Best 3 San Antonio Salad Recipes

As a diverse city with a rich culinary history, San Antonio, Texas, is renowned for its unique and flavorful cuisine. One of the city's most beloved dishes is the San Antonio Salad, a vibrant and refreshing salad that has become a staple of local restaurants and home kitchens alike. This delectable salad is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients, including crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and zesty bell peppers. Topped with a tangy and flavorful dressing, the San Antonio Salad is a perfect accompaniment to any meal, whether it be a casual lunch or a special occasion dinner.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SAN ANTONIO SALAD

San Antonio Salad image

A wonderful 'Heart of Texas' salad that makes a great meal! Seasoned ground beef, iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, pinto beans are just starters!

Provided by Beamish

Categories Salad Taco Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
2 tablespoons chili powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans
2 tomatoes, cubed
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortilla chips, broken
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
½ cup chopped green onion
1 cup salsa

Steps:

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Season with chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Remove from heat when beef is cooked through.
In a large salad bowl, toss together the lettuce, tomato, Cheddar cheese, cilantro and pinto beans with their juice. Mix in the ground beef and corn chips. Toss in the jalapeno, green onion, and salsa, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673.7 calories, Carbohydrate 57.5 g, Cholesterol 80.9 mg, Fat 37.7 g, Fiber 9.8 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 1042.6 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

SAN ANTONIO TACO SALAD

San Antonio Taco Salad image

Make and share this San Antonio Taco Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

oil (for frying)
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup salsa
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce or 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
sour cream, chopped tomato, sliced black olives and additional salsa (optional garnish)

Steps:

Heat 3 inches oil to 365°F in deep fryer or deep saucepan. Place one tortilla in oil. Let float 5 seconds. Press center of tortilla into oil with metal ladle to form bowl. Holding ladle in place, fry 1 to 2 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Drain on paper towel. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey, onion and garlic in oil until meat is no longer pink. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salsa, salt and pepper; cook over medium heat an additional 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in cilantro.
Divide lettuce equally among tortilla bowls. Top with meat mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with desired garnishes.

PLAZA SAN ANTONIO'S SPICY ORIENTAL NOODLE SALAD

Plaza San Antonio's Spicy Oriental Noodle Salad image

This recipe is from the San Antonio Express News food section. It is a very popular dish and a much asked for recipe.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (you may want to start with less)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon sriracha hot sauce (Thai hot chile sauce marked Tuong Or Sriracha on the label)
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti or 1 (16 ounce) package fettuccine
2 cups shredded napa cabbage
1 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1/2 cup chopped cilantro leaf
2 cups shrimp or 2 cups beef (optional)
salt, to taste

Steps:

For Vinaigrette: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, sesame oil, crushed red pepper, garlic and Sriracha hot sauce.
Set aside.
For Noodles: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling bowl, add salt to taste, then add noodles and stir.
While noodles are cooking, prepare the cabbage, carrots, red pepper, cilantro and chicken, shrimp or beef.
When noodles are done, drain and immediately pour into a large bowl.
Add vinaigrette, vegetables and meat or fish; stir to combine thoroughly.
Serve.
Note: In testing, low-sodium soy sauce and whole-wheat pasta were preferred.

Tips:

Use ripe, in-season ingredients. This will ensure that your salad is bursting with flavor.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are endless possibilities when it comes to San Antonio salad, so feel free to mix and match your favorite fruits, vegetables, and cheeses.
Make sure to use a good quality balsamic vinegar. This is one of the key ingredients in the salad dressing, so it's important to use a vinegar that has a rich, complex flavor.
Don't overdress the salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way. You want the flavors of the ingredients to shine through, not be overwhelmed by the dressing.
Serve the salad immediately. San Antonio salad is best when it's fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store the dressing and salad separately and assemble just before serving.

Conclusion:

San Antonio salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal tastes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give San Antonio salad a try. You won't be disappointed!