Tex-Mex salad
Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with this refreshing Tex-Mex salad. Bursting with colors and textures, this salad is a delightful blend of hearty black beans, sweet corn, crisp vegetables, creamy avocado, and zesty lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for your favorite Tex-Mex-inspired meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of black beans
- 1 can of corn
- 1 red pepper
- 2 Roma tomatoes (or about 10 Cherry tomatoes)
- 6 spring onions
- Fresh parsley
- 1 avocado
Dressing:
- 2 limes
- 1/2 cup of olive oil
- 1 clove of garlic
- Salt, to taste
- Ground hot pepper (Cayenne), to taste
Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, crushed garlic, a teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of ground hot pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
2. In a large salad bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans, drained corn kernels, diced red pepper, diced tomatoes, sliced spring onions, and finely chopped parsley.
3. Once all the salad ingredients are assembled in the bowl, pour the prepared dressing over the top.
4. Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring everything is well combined.
5. If you're not serving the salad immediately, hold off on adding the avocado to prevent it from oxidizing and darkening. Add the diced avocado just before serving and gently mix it into the salad.
6. Serve the Tex-Mex salad chilled or at room temperature, and savor the vibrant flavors and textures with each delicious bite.
Serving:
Enjoy this Tex-Mex salad as a light and refreshing meal on its own, or serve it as a colorful side dish alongside your favorite Tex-Mex-inspired dishes. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a quick and nutritious lunch option, this salad is sure to impress with its bold flavors and fresh ingredients.
Dive into the zesty goodness of Tex-Mex cuisine with this irresistible salad recipe. Buen provecho!