Southwestern Chopped Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing
This Southwestern Chopped Salad with Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing is intensely bright and colorful, both in looks and in flavor! The flavors are fresh, zesty, and delicious. Most of the ingredients can be prepared ahead of time and assembled right before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutesmins
Total Time: 15 minutesmins
Servings: 8
Ingredients
For the Salad:
1large headromaine lettuce, washed/dried and roughly chopped
Make the Dressing (can be done up to several days ahead): In a blender or food processor, blend all dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy. Add more seasonings to taste. Transfer to airtight container and keep chilled.
Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine all salad ingredients. Gently toss to combine. Toss in desired amount of salad dressing to coat. Top with crispy tortilla strips if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Apple cider vinegar can be used in place of white balsamic vinegar.
You can add a few dashes of ground chili or cayenne to the dressing, if you'd like a bit of kick.
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