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Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing

Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing
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Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing, a colorful and nutritious dish perfect for any gathering or a quick meal at home. This vibrant salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, protein-packed black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables like jicama, avocado, and radishes. Dressed in a sweet and tangy honey-lime vinaigrette, it offers a delightful balance of tastes that will please your palate. Whether served as a main course topped with grilled chicken or as a zesty side to complement your favorite Mexican recipes, this salad is both easy to prepare and highly customizable. Enjoy it fresh or let it chill for enhanced flavor; either way, it’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 2½ cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • One 15.5-ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • ¾ cup seeded and chopped tomato
  • ¾ cup peeled and chopped jicama
  • ¾ cup fresh corn kernels (or use canned or frozen)
  • ¾ cup thinly sliced radishes
  • 1 large avocado (diced)
  • 1 large red bell pepper (chopped)
  • ¼ cup reduced-fat crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 medium garlic clove (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh jalapeno

Instructions

  1. Wash all vegetables under running water. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Rinse and drain the black beans before adding them to the bowl.
  3. Incorporate chopped tomato, jicama, corn kernels, sliced radishes, diced avocado, and red bell pepper into the mix.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, minced garlic, and jalapeno until combined.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately for optimal freshness or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.

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