Best 2 Layered Mexican Party Salad Recipes

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Calling all Mexican food enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our guide to creating the ultimate Layered Mexican Party Salad. This vibrant and flavorful dish is a fiesta of colors, textures, and bold flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and become the star of your next gathering. With its layers of fresh ingredients, zesty dressing, and just the right amount of spice, this layered salad is a symphony of Mexican flavors that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED MEXICAN PARTY SALAD



Layered Mexican Party Salad image

You're 30 minutes away from a fiesta of flavors in a big bowl of luscious layered salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 container (12 oz) refrigerated guacamole dip
1 1/2 cups finely shredded Mexican 4-cheese blend (6 oz)
3 plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 cups nacho-flavored tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. In medium bowl, stir together seasoning mix, oil, water and cumin. Stir in pasta, beans and corn.
  • In 4-quart glass salad bowl or 13x9-inch glass baking dish, layer lettuce and pasta mixture. Spread guacamole evenly over top. Sprinkle with cheese and tomatoes; top with olives.
  • Just before serving, arrange chips around edge of bowl. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

LAYERED MEXICAN PARTY SALAD



Layered Mexican Party Salad image

You're 30 minutes away from a fiesta of flavors in a big bowl of luscious layered salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 container (12 oz) refrigerated guacamole dip
1 1/2 cups finely shredded Mexican 4-cheese blend (6 oz)
3 plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 cups nacho-flavored tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. In medium bowl, stir together seasoning mix, oil, water and cumin. Stir in pasta, beans and corn.
  • In 4-quart glass salad bowl or 13x9-inch glass baking dish, layer lettuce and pasta mixture. Spread guacamole evenly over top. Sprinkle with cheese and tomatoes; top with olives.
  • Just before serving, arrange chips around edge of bowl. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have time to make your own refried beans, you can use canned refried beans.
  • Feel free to add or omit any ingredients to suit your taste.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve this salad with tortilla chips, taco shells, or tostadas.

Conclusion:

This layered Mexican party salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and color, and it is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive dish to serve, give this salad a try!

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