Description
This vibrant salad combines fresh vegetables and bold flavors for a zesty dish ready in under 15 minutes, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Corn, frozen or canned
- 2 Jalapeños, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 3 tbsp Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce.
- 2. Add Your Veggies: Toss in halved cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, and jalapeños.
- 3. Make The Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 4. Combine Everything: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- 5. Serve It Up: Transfer to plates or serve family-style from the mixing bowl. Add an extra squeeze of lime if desired.
- 6. Enjoy! Serve immediately for maximum freshness or chill for about an hour to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize with additional toppings like diced avocado or grilled chicken for added protein. For less heat, reduce jalapeño quantity or omit completely.