Best 7 Mexican Saladsalsa Recipes

Mexican salad salsa is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a salad. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a healthy snack, or a side dish to accompany your favorite Mexican dishes, this versatile salad is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Made with a combination of fresh vegetables, tangy dressing, and a variety of Mexican spices, Mexican salad salsa is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your palate. With its easy preparation and customizable ingredients, this salad is a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

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EVERYDAY MEXICAN SALAD

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This delicious Everyday Mexican Salad recipe is quick and easy to make, totally customizable with your favorite ingredients, and it can work perfectly as a side salad or main dish! See notes above for possible ingredient variations.

Provided by Ali

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

5 ounces mixed spring greens (or whatever greens you prefer)
1 ripe avocado (peeled pitted and sliced)
half a small red onion (peeled and thinly sliced)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
2/3 cup roughly-chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 cup pepitas
optional: 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
3 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (or red wine vinegar)
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
1 small clove garlic (pressed or minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder))

Steps:

Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl (or shake together in a mason jar) until combined. Use immediately or refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
Combine all ingredients in a large salad bowl, drizzle evenly with the salad dressing, and toss until evenly combined. Serve immediately and enjoy!

MEXICAN SALAD

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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup milk
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
A few dashes hot sauce, or to taste
1 clove garlic, grated
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 ears corn, shucked
3 heads green leaf lettuce, torn into chunks
2 cups halved red grape tomatoes
1/2 red onion, diced
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups crushed-up tortilla chips

Steps:

For the dressing: Mix together the mayonnaise, milk, sour cream, parsley, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, garlic and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Set aside.
For the salad: Prepare a grill pan or grill for medium-high heat. Grill the corn until nice and golden, with good grill marks on the kernels, 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool a bit, then cut the kernels off the cobs.
Add all the salad ingredients to a bowl in layers: first the lettuce, followed by the tomatoes, corn, red onions, cheese and tortilla chips.
Pour the dressing into a small serving bowl and serve alongside the salad.

MEXICAN HOMEMADE SALSA

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In the summertime, I love to make this easy, zippy homemade salsa recipe with fresh tomatoes from my garden. I even have a special pan for roasting the peppers. -Roger Stenman, Batavia, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 jalapeno peppers
1 medium onion, quartered
1 garlic clove, halved
2 cans (one 28 ounces, one 14-1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, drained
4 fresh cilantro sprigs
1/2 teaspoon salt
Tortilla chips

Steps:

Heat a small ungreased cast-iron skillet over high heat. With a small sharp knife, pierce jalapenos; add to hot skillet. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until peppers are blistered and blackened, turning occasionally., Immediately place jalapenos in a small bowl; cover and let stand for 20 minutes. Peel off and discard charred skins. Remove stems and seeds., Place onion and garlic in a food processor; cover and pulse 4 times. Add the tomatoes, cilantro, salt and jalapenos. Cover and process until salsa reaches desired consistency. Chill until serving. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MEXICAN SALAD

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Make and share this Mexican Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by keen5

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 head iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (2 ounces)
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives (I use black)
4 tomatoes, sliced
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1 avocado, mashed
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 cup sour cream (4 ounces)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

Tear lettuce into bite size pieces.
Combine lettuce, cheese, onions, olives and tomatoes in a salad bowl.
To make dressing, combine avocado, lemon juice, sour cream, oil, sugar, garlic salt and chili powder and mix until smooth.
This may be done in a blender.
Toss salad and dressing and add crushed chips last.

SALSA SALAD

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Chunks of avocado, tomato, red and green peppers, and plenty of cilantro give flavor to this refreshing and colorful salad, and jalapeno peppers give it a hint of heat. Dressing is just a simple squeeze of lime juice.

Provided by Scratchcook

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 large ripe tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 bunch cilantro, stems cut off and leaves coarsely chopped
1 large green bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
1 large red bell pepper, cut into bite-size pieces
2 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
3 green onions, chopped
½ sweet red onion, chopped
2 large avocados, pitted and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 lime, juiced
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, lightly mix the tomatoes, cilantro, green and red bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, green onions, and sweet red onion until thoroughly combined. Gently toss with avocado pieces, and squeeze lime juice over the salad. Sprinkle with salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.4 calories, Carbohydrate 18.3 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 214.4 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

MEXICAN SALAD/SALSA

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I found this recipe in a magazine in the spring of this year. I have brought to every party/family picnic I've been to this summer and it's been a real hit. Lots of people have asked for the recipe. It's also great for vegetarians!

Provided by um-um-good

Categories Black Beans

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/4 cup olive oil
2 limes, juice of
2 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cooked corn
1 (540 ml) can black beans, drained & rinsed
1 tomatoes, diced
1 pepper, diced
1 medium onion, diced
jalapeno pepper, diced
2 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

Combine ingredients.
Let sit.
Serve with tortilla chips, as a salad, or in a tortilla shell.

SALSA TOSSED SALAD

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Salsa and ranch dressing give Mexican flair to a mixture of green and vegetables.-Sherry Lee, Shelby, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 cups torn mixed salad greens
1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
1 cup sliced sweet yellow pepper
1/3 cup sliced red onion
1/3 cup salsa
1/3 cup ranch salad dressing or salad dressing of your choice
1/2 cup corn chips, coarsely crushed, optional
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, toss greens, tomato, yellow pepper and onion. Combine salsa and salad dressing. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with chips if desired and cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe ingredients. This will ensure that your salsa is flavorful and delicious.
Choose the right type of tomatoes. Roma tomatoes are a good choice for salsa because they are firm and have a low water content.
Don't over-chop the ingredients. You want the salsa to have some texture, so don't chop the ingredients too finely.
Add some heat. If you like spicy salsa, add some jalapeños or serrano peppers.
Be creative with your ingredients. You can add other ingredients to your salsa, such as corn, black beans, or avocado.

Conclusion:

Salsa is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you are using it as a dip, a sauce, or a marinade, salsa is sure to add flavor to your meal. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a salsa that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy way to add some flavor to your meal, reach for a bowl of salsa. Your taste buds will thank you!