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Mexican Chopped Salad with Greek Yogurt Cilantro Lime Ranch

Delicious Mexican Chopped Salad with Greek Yogurt Cilantro Lime Ranch dressing
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A vibrant and crunchy chopped salad with Mexican-inspired ingredients, topped with a creamy and tangy Greek yogurt cilantro lime ranch dressing. A healthy and refreshing side dish or light meal.

Ingredients

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  • For the Salad:
    • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
    • 2 ears of corn, kernels cut from the cob
    • 4 mini orange peppers, diced
    • 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
    • 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
    • 1/2 medium red onion, chopped
    • 2 avocados, diced
    • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
    • Tortilla strips, optional for crunch
  • For the Greek Yogurt Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing:
    • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
    • 6 Tbsp milk (adjust for desired consistency)
    • 1/2 cup packed cilantro, finely chopped
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1/2 tsp onion powder
    • 1/4 tsp cumin
    • 2 to 3 pinches of cayenne pepper
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
    • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and cheese.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, buttermilk, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Top with tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips if desired.
  5. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.
  • To keep the avocado from browning, add it just before serving.
  • The dressing can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and omit the cheese.

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Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/mexican-chopped-salad/

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