V’s Mexican Salad

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 14
V's Mexican Salad, A burst of flavor in every bite!
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Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 cups shredded iceberg lettuce , and
romaine lettuce
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes , halved
1/2 red onions or 1/2 shallot , sliced thin
1 cucumber , sliced
1 cup sliced black olives
1 avocado , peeled and sliced
1 cup broken tortilla chips
1 lime , juice of
1 tablespoon salsa
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro , finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
371
Sugar
5g
Fat
33g
V's Mexican Salad is the quintessential salad that you want on a hot summer day! The salad is a colorful blend of lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, cucumber, sliced black olives, and avocado, topped with some crispy tortilla chips. This recipe is perfect for a quick and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The salad is packed with flavor and texture and is a visual feast for the senses. To make it even more appetizing, you can whip up a fresh and zesty lime-cilantro dressing that goes perfectly with the salad.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together lettuce, cherry tomatoes, onions, sliced cucumber, black olives, and avocado.
2.Add in broken tortilla chips and toss to combine.
3.In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, salsa, chopped cilantro, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4.Drizzle the dressing over the salad, and toss to coat.

PROS

V’s Mexican Salad is a delicious and healthy choice for lunch or dinner.

It is packed with fiber, healthy fats and nutrients, making it not only tasty but also very nutritious.

CONS

This salad may not be suitable for people with nut or gluten allergies, as it contains avocado and tortilla chips.

Serving size and portion control are crucial, as including too much dressing, cheese or sour cream can increase the calorie count.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

V’s Mexican Salad is a great way to incorporate more vegetables and healthy fats into your diet.
The fiber in the vegetables can improve digestion, regulate blood sugar, and reduce the risk of heart disease.
The avocado offers healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamin K, folate, and potassium, which support brain, heart and immune health.

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