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Southwest Salad

A fresh and colorful salad packed with nutrients and protein, featuring a zesty dressing that enhances its delightful flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups lettuce mix
  • 1 cup tomato, cubed
  • 1 avocado, cubed
  • 15 oz black beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup corn, drained
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 batch Catalina Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine the prepared Catalina dressing with cumin and chili powder, then set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the lettuce with black beans, tomatoes, corn, and avocado. Season with an extra pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and enjoy. Serve on plates or in bowls.

Notes

For added crunch, consider topping the salad with tortilla strips or nuts. You can use different beans like kidney beans or chickpeas and add other vegetables like bell peppers or cilantro.