Very Green Mexican Salad

This Very Green Mexican Salad recipe takes an ordinary salad and brings in some extraordinary flavor! Perfect-sized recipe for two and satisfying enough to hold its own as a main entrée. Consider putting out small dishes of whatever Mexican toppings you have on hand and have fun layering as you desire!

Very Green Mexican Salad

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This recipe takes an ordinary salad and brings in some extraordinary flavor! Perfect-sized recipe for two and satisfying enough to hold its own as a main entrée.

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Course Salad

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 2

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Ingredients

  

Ingredients for Salsa

• 2 roma tomatoes , pulp removed and finely chopped
• 1/4 Red onion , finely chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper , finely chopped
• 2 scallions , white and light green parts finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic , minced

Ingredients for Dressing

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon water

Ingredients for Salad

• 1 cup broccoli florettes
• 1/2 cup asparagus , chopped bite-sized
• 4 cups romaine lettuce , chopped, about 1 romaine head
• 1/2 green bell pepper , thinly sliced
• 1/2 avocado , diced
• Chili powder , to taste
• Oregano , to taste
• Black pepper , to taste

Suggested Toppings (optional)

• 1/4 cup corn kernels
• 2 tablespoons sliced olives
• 1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• Sliced grilled chicken breast
• Grilled shrimp
• 1/3 cup black beans

Instructions

 

• Combine all salsa ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
• In a separate small dish, stir together dressing ingredients until combined.
• Add broccoli and asparagus to a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle lightly with water, and cover with plastic wrap. Microwave for 1 1/2 minutes to steam. Cool slightly.
• To serve: divide romaine between 2 large salad bowls.
• Top with steamed veggies, green pepper, avocado and a scoop of salsa.
• Top with your favorite additional toppings (see suggestions above).
• Lightly sprinkle with chili powder, oregano, and black pepper.
• Dress and serve.

Notes

Consider putting out small dishes of whatever Mexican toppings you have on hand and have fun layering as you desire!