Mexican Fiesta Salad

Name: Mexican Fiesta Salad (Ensalada Mexicana de Fiesta)
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces; 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 1 carrot, peeled and shredded; 1 cup (175 g) drained, rinsed canned kidney beans; ½ cup (75 g) finely chopped green bell pepper; ½ small red onion, sliced into rings; 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and chopped; ½ cup (60 ml) fat-free Catalina dressing

Ensalada Mexicana de Fiesta

Preparation info

Serves
8

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Healthy Easy Mexican

By Velda de la Garza

Published 2021

About

This salad has lots of soluble fiber, vitamins A and C, and heart-healthy fats from the avocado. Soluble fiber helps to lower cholesterol by binding it in the GI tract. Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal, or try this salad with Albóndigas de Salmón.

Ingredients

1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 carrot, peeled and shredded

Americas
Mexico
Central America
Vegan
Gluten-free

Method

Gently toss together the lettuce, tomatoes, carrot, beans, pepper, and onion. Just before serving, top with the avocado and dressing.