This Southwestern Chopped Salad with Cilantro Dressing recipe is oh so good. If you are not a fan of cilantro, you can very easily make this salad and substitute the Cilantro Lime Dressing for a different dressing. However, I highly recommend you try this recipe! The Greek Yogurt gives the recipe a creamy tanginess that is refreshing and light.
Southwestern Chopped Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing
Salad Ingredients
1 head of romaine lettuce, finely chopped
1 pint of grape tomatoes, chopped into fourths
5-6 green onions, chopped
1-2 sweet peppers, chopped (I used orange and red)
1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups of corn (I used frozen)
Salad Instructions
1. Chop all necessary ingredients (lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, peppers)
2. Place chopped ingredients along with beans and corn in a bowl and mix well
3. Dress with Cilantro-Lime dressing immediately before serving and enjoy!
4. If so desired, serve as a side along a piece of grilled chicken, or chop up the chicken and put it in the salad for an added bit of protein.
Cilantro Lime Dressing Ingredients
1 cup of cilantro (without the stems)
¼ cup of lime juice (about 2 limes)
¼ cup of EVOO
½ cup of plain Greek yogurt
1 ½ tsp of white vinegar
2-3 garlic cloves
¼ tsp of salt
1/8 tsp of pepper
Dressing Instructions
1. Place all ingredients into a food processor and blend away.
2. Adjust seasonings as needed according to taste preference.