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The Recipe Layered Mexican Salad That You Will Follow

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This Layered Mexican Salad is packed with crisp romaine, fresh veggies, hearty black beans, and crunchy tortilla strips, all topped with a zesty crema dressing. It’s the perfect taco salad recipe for a fresh and flavorful meal! Great for potlucks, meal prep, or a quick and easy dinner.

Ingredients

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  1. 🔹 Dressing:

    • ½ cup Crema Mexicana (or substitute sour cream)

    • 1 tbsp lime juice

    • 1 tbsp hot sauce (Cholula recommended) or 1 tsp taco seasoning

    🔹 Salad:

    • 1 cup corn (about 2 cobs grilled, or canned, drained)

    • 1 head romaine lettuce, washed and chopped (about 4 cups)

    • 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained

    • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese (or Mexican cheese blend)

    • 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved

    • 1 orange bell pepper, diced

    • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

    • 1 large avocado, diced

    • 3.5 oz package Santa Fe-style tortilla strips

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dressing:
    In a small bowl, whisk together Crema Mexicana, lime juice, and hot sauce/taco seasoning. Set aside.

  • Grill the Corn (Optional):
    For added flavor, rub 2 ears of corn with olive oil, salt, and pepper and grill for about 20 minutes. Trim kernels from the cobs and set aside. (Alternatively, use canned, drained corn.)

  • Prep the Vegetables:
    Wash and chop romaine lettuce, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
    Dice avocado and toss with a bit of lime juice to prevent browning.

  • Assemble the Salad:
    Use a trifle bowl or clear glass bowl for a beautiful layered presentation.

    • First layer: Add ½ of the chopped romaine.

    • Second layer: Evenly spread black beans over the lettuce.

    • Third layer: Add a layer of grated cheese, followed by tomatoes.

    • Fourth layer: Add the remaining lettuce.

    • Fifth layer: Combine diced bell peppers and corn and spread over the top. Reserve a little for garnish.

    • Sixth layer: Drizzle with the prepared dressing.

 

  • Garnish & Serve:

    • Arrange avocado chunks around the top perimeter.

    • Fill the center with tortilla strips.

    • Sprinkle reserved tomatoes, peppers, and corn over the top for a colorful finish.

    • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can grill the corn for extra flavor, or use canned corn to save time.

  • This salad is versatile; feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients like jalapeños, olives, or cilantro.

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