Best 8 Layered Tex Mex Potato Salad Recipes
Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that combines the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with the classic comfort of potato salad. Say hello to "Layered Tex Mex Potato Salad," a zesty and colorful dish that will elevate your picnics, potlucks, or backyard barbecues to the next level. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where layers of creamy potatoes, seasoned ground beef, tangy salsa, and a blend of Mexican spices come together to create a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
TEX-MEX POTATO SALAD
Take a classic potato salad, add familiar Tex-Mex favorites-like corn and green chiles-and you're fiesta-ready.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Spices
Time 3h20m
Yield 12 servings, about 1/2 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook potatoes in boiling water 15 minutes or just until potatoes are tender; drain.
- Mix dressing and seasonings in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly. Cover.
- Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 1 g
TEX-MEX POTATO SALAD
I created this Tex-Mex potato salad for one of my cooking classes, and it was a hit. It's perfect for a cookout or potluck. The secret ingredient is pickled jalapenos-they add so much interest and flavor! Add a can of black beans for more protein. -Dianna Ackerley, Cibolo, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Place corn and red pepper on a greased baking sheet. Roast until lightly charred, 20-25 minutes, turning once. Let cool. Peel off and discard skin from pepper. Remove stems and seeds. Cut pepper into 1/2-in pieces. Cut corn from cobs; set aside., Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until tender, 10-12 minutes. Drain and cool. Cut potatoes in half; place in a large bowl. Add sliced red pepper, corn, avocado, tomatoes and green onions., Place sour cream, mayonnaise, salsa, lime juice, vinegar, jalapenos and spices in a blender. Cover and process until blended. Pour over potato mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until chilled. Serve with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TEX-MEX SALAD
Steps:
- Whisk 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, 3 tablespoons olive oil, and salt; add 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Grill 4 ears corn; cut off the kernels and toss with 1 can drainedblack beans, 1 diced red bell pepper, 4 sliced radishes and 3 chopped scallions. Toss with the dressing; season with salt and pepper.
- SERVES: 4; Calories: 360; Total Fat 13 grams; Saturated Fat: 2 grams; Protein: 12 grams; Total carbohydrates: 53 grams; Sugar: 20 grams Fiber: 13 grams; Cholesterol: 0 milligrams; Sodium: 499 milligrams
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calorie, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 499 milligrams, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 20 grams
SHREDDED TEX-MEX SALAD WITH CREAMY LIME DRESSING
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Grease an 8 by 8-inch glass pan with butter. Stir together the cornbread mix with the egg and milk. Evenly spread into prepared pan and bake on the middle rack for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and cool in pan for 10 minutes. Remove from pan to cool completely. Mix together the beans with the sazon and season with salt and pepper. Toss the salsa with the tomatoes. When ready to serve, cut the cornbread into 1/2-inch croutons. Toss the lettuce with 3/4 cups of the dressing. In a clear trifle dish, layer the Tex-Mex Salad beginning with the black beans followed by the Monterey Jack cheese, the tomato salsa mixture, the Cheddar, the dressed romaine and top with the cornbread croutons. Serve the remaining dressing on the side.
- Blend all the ingredients except the olive oil until smooth. While machine is running, slowly drizzle in the oil until incorporated. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
SEVEN LAYER POTATO SALAD
A new twist on the old favorite Seven Layer Salad, based on potato salad rather than the usual iceberg lettuce for something a bit more substantial. Bacon, eggs, peas, and cheese are traditional in a Seven Layer, but a little bite from radishes, onions, and a few surprise ingredients makes this one a little more interesting.
Provided by EmmyDuckie
Categories Cheese
Time 45m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix dressing ingredients together, refrigerate until ready to use.
- Cook bacon crisp, crumble, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, cut potatoes in halves or quarters to get bite sized pieces. Boil in well salted water until fork tender. Allow to cool slightly, and mix with half of the dressing.
- Hard boil eggs, allow to cool, remove shells.
- Assemble the salad in a trifle dish or other clear straight sided bowl. Place potatoes on bottom, followed by peas, bacon, onions, the other half of the dressing, cheese, sliced or crumbled eggs, and radishes.
TEX MEX 7 LAYER SALAD
This will be hit at any party not just for taste but for A beautiful presentation of a Tex Mex 7 layer salad. Lots of flavor. The green salsa consists of Tomatillos, Onions, Chilies, Cilantro. Try one of these Recipe #84339 or Recipe #97531 or buy your favorite brand of Salsa Verde. Salad can be made the day before and refrigerated.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 20m
Yield 1 trifle bowl, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Place lettuce in a trifle dish.
- Top with beans.
- Mix corn layer ingredients together and place on top of beans.
- Mix avocado ingredients together and place on top of corn layer.
- Place tomato halve cut side up on the avocado layer; sprinkle with pepper and cilantro to taste.
- Mix dressing ingredients together and carefully spread on tomatoes.
- Top with cheese and garnish with olives and additional cilantro.
SWEET POTATO TEX-MEX SALAD
This hearty vegan salad is 4 of your 5-a-day, rich in folate, fibre and vitamin C, plus it has lots of interesting flavours and textures
Provided by Sophie Godwin - Cookery writer
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas 6. On a baking tray, toss the sweet potato in 1 tbsp of the oil with the chilli flakes, sea salt and pepper. Roast for 30 mins until tender.
- Once the sweet potato is nearly ready, combine the remaining ingredients in a large bowl with the remaining 1 tbsp oil and season well. Mix everything well but take care to avoid squashing the avocado. Divide the salad evenly between plates, or serve sharing-style with the sweet potato chunks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 485 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 56 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 27 grams sugar, Fiber 17 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
LAYERED TEX-MEX TACO SALAD
All your taco filling favorites are here for the party in this big Layered Tex-Mex Taco Salad that makes enough to serve the crowd.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Side Dish Recipes
Time 2h15m
Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
- Layer beans, lettuce, onions, cheese and tomatoes in large bowl. Spread dressing mixture over salad.
- Refrigerate 2 hours.
- Chop avocado; spoon over salad just before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 6 g
Tips:
- Always start with cold potatoes. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from becoming mushy.
- Don't overcook the potatoes. They should be tender but still slightly firm.
- Use a variety of colorful vegetables in your salad. This will make it more visually appealing and nutritious.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. Tex-Mex potato salad is a great opportunity to use your favorite Mexican spices and ingredients.
- Make sure to chill the salad before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and will make the salad more refreshing.
Conclusion:
Layered Tex-Mex potato salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover potatoes, and it is also a healthy and satisfying meal. So next time you are looking for a new potato salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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