Mexican salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this zesty salad recipe. Fresh ingredients like avocado, black beans, and corn are mixed together with a tangy lime dressing for a burst of culinary delight. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups mayonnaise
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- A few dashes hot sauce, or to taste
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 ears corn, shucked
- 3 heads green leaf lettuce, torn into chunks
- 2 cups halved red grape tomatoes
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 cups crushed-up tortilla chips
Instructions:
- To make the dressing: Combine the mayonnaise, milk, sour cream, parsley, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, garlic, and season with salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Keep it aside.
- To prepare the salad: Heat a grill pan or grill over medium-high heat. Grill the corn until it's golden with grill marks, for about 10 to 12 minutes. Let it cool slightly, then remove the kernels from the cobs.
- Layer all the salad components in a bowl: start with the lettuce, then add the tomatoes, corn, red onions, cheese, and tortilla chips.
- Transfer the dressing into a small serving bowl and serve it alongside the salad.
Summary:
- Calories: 5264 kcal
- Fat: 481 g
- Protein: 68 g
- Carbs: 186 g
- Potassium: 2785 mg
- Magnesium: 357 mg