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Mexican Chopped Salad with Creamy Taco Dressing | 15-Minute Recipe

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Mexican Chopped Salad | Creamy Taco Dressing

A festival of textures and colors! This salad combines the crunch of fresh peppers and corn with the creaminess of avocado, all tied together by a smoky, yogurt-based taco dressing.

15 Minutes Vegetarian Zesty

The Salad Base

  • 2 heads Romaine Lettuce (chopped)
  • 1 can Black Beans (rinsed)
  • 1 cup Corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 Bell Pepper (any color, diced)
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 Avocado (diced)
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion (finely diced)

Creamy Taco Dressing

  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp Honey (optional)
  • Splash of Water (to thin)

Easy Preparation

  1. Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, taco seasoning, lime juice, oil, and honey. Add water a teaspoon at a time until it reaches a pourable consistency.
  2. Chop the Veggies: Ensure all vegetables are chopped into bite-sized pieces so you get a bit of everything in every forkful.
  3. Toss: Place the romaine in a large bowl. Layer the beans, corn, peppers, onions, and tomatoes on top.
  4. Serve: Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently. Add the avocado at the very end to keep it from mashing.

Pro Tip: Top with crushed tortilla chips or roasted pepitas just before serving for an extra crunch!

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