Mexican Caesar Salad
This Mexican Caesar Salad is a vibrant, nutritious twist on the classic dish that bursts with flavor. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, hearty black beans, and creamy avocado, it’s perfect for any occasion—from summer barbecues to quick weeknight dinners. The crunchy tortilla strips add texture, while a zesty dressing ties all the fresh ingredients together. Whether enjoyed as a side or topped with grilled chicken, this salad is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cooked corn, drained
- 1 cup cooked black beans, drained
- 1 medium avocado, sliced or cubed
- 1–2 cups tortilla strips
- 1/2 cup Caesar salad dressing
- 1/4 cup crumbled cojita cheese
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large serving bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, corn, black beans, and diced avocado.
- Add tortilla strips, chopped cilantro, and crumbled cojita cheese.
- Pour in Caesar dressing and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Find it online: https://dailyrecipetime.com/mexican-caesar-salad/