Name: Mexican Salad with Lime Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 large head Romaine Lettuce (rinsed, chopped, and dried); 1 cup Cherry or grape tomatoes (halved) or 1 large tomato (diced); 1 avocado (diced); 1/2 English cucumber (sliced); 1/2 small yellow onion (thinly sliced); 1 cup Snap peas (whole, optional); 1/2 cup corn kernels (canned or freshly cooked); 1/3 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped); 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; Juice of 2 medium limes (about 1/3 cup); 1/4 – 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce (or to taste); 1/2 tsp sea salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Description

A fresh and vibrant Mexican Salad featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime dressing with a hint of spicy Tabasco. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this salad combines crunchy snap peas and sweet corn with fragrant cilantro, all tossed in a tangy, homemade lime dressing.

Ingredients

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Salad

1 large head Romaine Lettuce (rinsed, chopped, and dried)
1 cup Cherry or grape tomatoes (halved) or 1 large tomato (diced)
1 avocado (diced)
1/2 English cucumber (sliced)
1/2 small yellow onion (thinly sliced)
1 cup Snap peas (whole, optional)
1/2 cup corn kernels (canned or freshly cooked)
1/3 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)

Lime Dressing

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 2 medium limes (about 1/3 cup)
1/4 – 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce (or to taste)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)

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Instructions

Prepare Dressing: Combine the extra virgin olive oil, lime juice, Tabasco sauce, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a jar or bowl. Shake or whisk them thoroughly until the dressing is well emulsified. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
Assemble Salad: Chop and prepare all salad ingredients: romaine lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cucumber, yellow onion, snap peas, corn, and cilantro. Combine them in a large salad bowl, mixing gently to distribute evenly.
Dress and Toss: Shake the salad dressing once more before serving to re-emulsify. Drizzle the dressing over the salad according to your preference. Toss the salad gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, zesty flavors.

Notes

For added protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken or black beans.
If you prefer a spicier salad, increase the amount of Tabasco or add chopped jalapeños.
Use fresh corn kernels for a sweeter, more vibrant taste compared to canned.
The salad dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To keep the avocado from browning, toss it with a little lime juice before adding to the salad.