Mexican Caesar Salad
Dive into this vibrant Mexican Caesar Salad, a fresh and delightful twist on the classic Caesar. Bursting with color and flavor, this salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado for a satisfying dish. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings or a quick weeknight meal, it’s ready in just 10 minutes! The creamy dressing beautifully ties together the unique ingredients while offering a nutritious option packed with fiber and healthy fats. Impress your guests or enjoy it solo; this salad is as versatile as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup corn, cooked and drained
- 1 cup black beans, cooked and drained
- 1 medium avocado, sliced or cubed
- 1–2 cups tortilla strips (or crumbled tortilla chips)
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup cojita cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing
- 1/4 teaspoon Mexican seasoning blend, optional
- Lime wedges, optional, for serving
Instructions
- Rinse canned black beans and corn if using. Chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped romaine, corn, black beans, avocado, tortilla strips, cilantro, and cojita cheese.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with lime wedges for an extra zing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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