Southwestern Summer Salad Recipes

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SOUTHWEST SUMMER SALAD



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I got this wonderful recipe from a friend several years ago. It's a great main dish salad for hot weather. I usually double it for my family so we can eat the leftovers for lunch the next day.

Provided by Heidi

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups chilled cooked rice
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 large tomato, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 bunch green onions, sliced
1 avocado, diced
⅓ cup canola oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 head lettuce, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine rice, chicken, tomato, cilantro, green onions, and avocado together in a bowl.
  • Whisk canola oil, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, jalapeno pepper, salt, oregano, cumin, and chili powder together in a bowl; pour over rice mixture and toss to coat. Chill in refrigerator, about 1 hour.
  • Place lettuce in a serving bowl; top with rice mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.9 calories, Carbohydrate 39.5 g, Cholesterol 53.1 mg, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 662 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

SOUTHWEST SALAD



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Something I just threw together one night but ended up being the best salad I've ever made--corn, cheese, tomatoes and tortilla chips complimented by ranch dressing with a kick.

Provided by GreenEyedLS

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

bagged lettuce, preferably hearts of romaine
2 roma tomatoes, chopped
2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, GRATED
2/3 cup corn
2/3 cup tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup ranch dressing, from bottle
1/4 cup salsa
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Mix all salad ingredients together in large serving bowl.
  • Mix all dressing ingredients together in a cup or small bowl.
  • Toss with dressing or serve on the side.
  • If preparing ahead of time, wait to add chips so they stay crisp.

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD



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My mother gave me this recipe several years ago, and we have prepared it often ever since. It can be a meal in itself...or serve it along with a Mexican meal. I often take it to potlucks and watch it disappear in no time!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 bunch green onions with tops, sliced
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
1 bottle (8 ounces) Catalina salad dressing, divided
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium head lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
4 cups corn chips

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, toss together the beans, green onions, tomato, avocado and half of the Catalina dressing. Top with cheese and then lettuce. Refrigerate. Just before serving, add corn chips to salad and toss. Serve with remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Salad With Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: avocado, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime, lettuce, bell pepper, fresh cilantro, black beans, red onion, corn, scallion, tomato

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 avocado, halved
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1 head lettuce, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro
15 oz black beans, 1 can
½ cup red onion, chopped
15 oz corn, 1 can
¼ cup scallion
¾ cup tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth.
  • In a large bowl add lettuce, peppers, cilantro, beans, onion, corn, green onion, and tomatoes.
  • Top with prepared dressing; toss to coat.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 8 grams

SOUTHWESTERN SUMMER SALAD



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This salad calls for fresh vine ripened tomatoes, lime juice and cilantro.

Provided by Santiago

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large tomatoes, sliced
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon fennel seed
1 dried red chile pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange tomato slices on a platter; sprinkle with lime juice.
  • Warm oil in a small pan over moderate heat. Add cumin, fennel and chili pepper; cook for 30 seconds. Remove from heat, discard pod and cool.
  • Spoon seasoned oil over tomatoes, sprinkle with cilantro, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.2 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10.3 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN SALAD



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I love this Southwestern black bean salad when the weather warms, it makes enough to feed a crowd. Also makes a great side dish or appetizer if served with chips or as a topping for taco salads. You can even serve with grilled meat and fresh tortillas.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

15.5 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
9 oz cooked corn (fresh or frozen (thawed if frozen))
1 medium tomato (chopped)
1/3 cup red onion (chopped)
1 scallion (chopped)
1 1/2 - 2 limes (juice of)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh minced cilantro (or more to taste)
salt and fresh pepper
1 medium hass avocado (diced)
1 diced jalapeno (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beans, corn, tomato, onion, scallion, cilantro, salt and pepper.
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice to taste and stir in olive oil.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes.
  • Add avocado just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /2 cup, Calories 79.5 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 127 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH SHRIMP



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For a quick, easy, and delicious meal, make this salad for supper in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 small heads red- or green-leaf lettuce, torn
1 avocado, diced small
1/2 English cucumber, diced small
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 to 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce, minced
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high. Add shrimp; season with salt and pepper. Cook until opaque throughout, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, avocado, cucumber, and red onion. In a small bowl, combine chile, lime juice, and honey; season with salt and pepper. Gradually whisk in 3 tablespoons oil. To serve, top salad with shrimp, drizzle with dressing, and sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 g, Fat 23 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

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