Best 7 Southwest Salad Mcswap Recipes
Are you craving a flavorful and refreshing salad that packs a punch? Look no further than the Southwest Salad McSwap, a tantalizing blend of crisp greens, savory spices, and juicy protein. With its origins in the vibrant cuisine of the American Southwest, this salad promises an explosion of textures and flavors in every bite. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect Southwest Salad McSwap, leaving your taste buds dancing with joy.
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SOUTHWESTERN SALAD
My mother gave me this recipe several years ago, and we have prepared it often ever since. It can be a meal in itself...or serve it along with a Mexican meal. I often take it to potlucks and watch it disappear in no time!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, toss together the beans, green onions, tomato, avocado and half of the Catalina dressing. Top with cheese and then lettuce. Refrigerate. Just before serving, add corn chips to salad and toss. Serve with remaining dressing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 543mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein.
SOUTHWEST SALAD MCSWAP
Unfortunately, McDonald's has phased out its Southwest Salad. However, I don't have to live without it thanks to this recipe. This is supposed to be an exact replica of it for you to make at home. Feel free to take it to work in a plastic container and make your co-workers jealous. The points value for Weight Watchers is 7 points. I got this recipe from an email from the Hungry Girl web site. That's what the "HG" stands for! Enjoy! (Note: The source for this recipe cited different nutritional info than here at zaar: 350 calories, 4g fat, 720mg sodium, 39g carbs, 6g fiber, 15g sugars, 43g protein Points value 7* This is for the entire recipe, with dressing). UPDATE 4/1/08: This limited edition, seasonal salad is back! Find the super salad (which is packed with corn, black beans, tortilla strips and more) at McD's NOW thru the summer.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Mix together marinade ingredients in a small bowl; add chicken and coat it in the marinade, set aside.
- In a pan spritzed with nonstick spray, cook tomatoes and corn over high heat until slightly charred.
- Place lettuce in a bowl and top with marinated chicken, tomatoes and corn, chopped pepper and black beans.
- Sprinkle with cheese and chips.
- In a small dish, combine all of the dressing ingredients with 1 teaspoons water.
- Serve dressing alongside salad for easy dipping.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.6, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 76, Sodium 615, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 13.9, Protein 29.2
SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: avocado, garlic, salt, pepper, olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime, lettuce, bell pepper, fresh cilantro, black beans, red onion, corn, scallion, tomato
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Add all dressing ingredients to a blender, blend until smooth.
- In a large bowl add lettuce, peppers, cilantro, beans, onion, corn, green onion, and tomatoes.
- Top with prepared dressing; toss to coat.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 8 grams
SPEEDY SOUTHWEST SALAD
I used leftover corn and black beans I had in the fridge to throw together this simple layered salad. It's a big time-saver because it requires little chopping and features a quick dressing. The crunchy combination is always in demand at our house. -Kara Ann Goff, Loveland, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place the greens in a large salad bowl. Top with corn and beans. , In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing and picante sauce; spoon over vegetables; toss to coat. Sprinkle with tortilla chips, cheese and tomatoes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 709mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CRISPY SOUTHWEST SALAD
This layered salad in a jar is a hearty meal with cubed ham, crumbled bacon, salad greens, corn, roasted peppers, shredded cheese, tomatoes and tortilla strips.
Provided by Farmland
Categories Salad Beef and Pork Salad Recipes Ham Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook bacon in skillet then crumble on paper towel.
- Heat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Spread Farmland Cubed Ham, red peppers and corn on parchment-lined baking tray.
- Bake for 10 minutes, tossing half way through.
- Layer roasted corn in the bottom of the mason jar.
- Top corn layer with halved cherry tomatoes.
- Layer cubed ham over tomatoes. Add roasted red peppers, shredded cheese, and mixed greens.
- Top with chopped Farmland Thick Cut Bacon and crispy tortilla strips.
- Pair with your favorite dressing or salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 34.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 2069.4 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD
This salad is very pretty when served in a large bowl, and is bursting with lots of fresh flavors. You can spice it up by substituting jalapeno peppers for the chile peppers. The dressing is fabulous for all types of salads.
Provided by Anne Z.
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix dressing mix, buttermilk, yogurt, and taco seasoning mix together in a mixing bowl.
- Line a large serving bowl with the torn lettuce.
- Mix roasted peppers, black beans, corn, onion, and green chiles together in a bowl. Spread mixture over the lettuce. Top with tomatoes; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Arrange avocado slices in an overlapping circle. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with dressing on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1213.2 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
SOUTHWESTERN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: avocado, lime, garlic, salt, water, green bell pepper, corn, cherry tomato, quinoa, black beans, spinach
Provided by Merle O'Neal
Categories Lunch
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water. Pulse until smooth, then transfer to a large mason jar.
- Add the bell pepper, corn, cherry tomatoes, quinoa, black beans, and spinach and screw on the lid.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat, up to 5 days.
- Give the mason jar a good shake to mix and use a fork or spoon to stir as needed.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 21 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 8 grams
Tips:
- For a smoky flavor, grill the corn on the cob before cutting it off. You can also use canned or frozen corn, but fresh corn is best.
- If you don't have any black beans, you can substitute another type of bean, such as pinto beans or kidney beans.
- To make the dressing, you can use bottled ranch dressing or make your own. If you're making your own, you can use a combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and seasonings.
- If you don't have any tortilla chips, you can use another type of chip, such as potato chips or corn chips.
- For a vegetarian version of the salad, omit the chicken. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, cucumbers, or carrots.
Conclusion:
The Southwest salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or beans. With its combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful dressing, and crunchy tortilla chips, the Southwest salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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