Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing
Elevate your meal experience with this vibrant Mexican Chopped Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing. This delightful dish combines a medley of fresh vegetables, including crisp romaine lettuce, colorful bell peppers, and creamy avocado, tossed in a zesty honey-lime dressing that adds the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ideal for any occasion—be it a light lunch, a refreshing side at dinner, or a picnic staple—this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy a quick and healthy meal that’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately six people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups chopped romaine lettuce
- One 15.5-ounce can black beans (rinsed and drained)
- ¾ cup chopped tomatoes
- ¾ cup chopped jicama
- ¾ cup fresh corn kernels
- ¾ cup sliced radishes
- 1 large avocado (diced)
- 1 large red bell pepper (chopped)
- ¼ cup reduced-fat crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly.
- Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a mixing bowl.
- Add rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes, jicama, avocado, red bell pepper, corn, and sliced radishes to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, cilantro, minced garlic, and jalapeno until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg