Best 9 Southwestern Black Bean And Lettuce Salad With Salsa Verde Dressing Recipes

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Are you craving a fresh, flavorful, and protein-packed salad that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further! This southwestern black bean and lettuce salad with salsa verde dressing is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines the bold flavors of black beans, crisp lettuce, and a zesty salsa verde dressing. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this easy-to-make salad that's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch, a light dinner, or a refreshing side dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN SALAD



Southwestern Black Bean Salad image

I love this Southwestern black bean salad when the weather warms, it makes enough to feed a crowd. Also makes a great side dish or appetizer if served with chips or as a topping for taco salads. You can even serve with grilled meat and fresh tortillas.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer     Salad     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

15.5 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
9 oz cooked corn (fresh or frozen (thawed if frozen))
1 medium tomato (chopped)
1/3 cup red onion (chopped)
1 scallion (chopped)
1 1/2 - 2 limes (juice of)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh minced cilantro (or more to taste)
salt and fresh pepper
1 medium hass avocado (diced)
1 diced jalapeno (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beans, corn, tomato, onion, scallion, cilantro, salt and pepper.
  • Squeeze fresh lime juice to taste and stir in olive oil.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes.
  • Add avocado just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /2 cup, Calories 79.5 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 127 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN AND LETTUCE SALAD WITH SALSA VERDE DRESSING



Southwestern Black Bean and Lettuce Salad with Salsa Verde Dressing image

You won't even miss the meat in this satisfying salad chock-full of beans, veggies and mouthwatering Southwest flavor. -Heather Carroll, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
1 large red onion, chopped
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
4 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro
DRESSING:
1/2 cup salsa verde
1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon thinly sliced green onion
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad mixture; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 439mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN SALAD



Southwestern Salad image

My mom's favorite dish ever! You may want to add more lettuce, but my mother is more about the "extras" then the greens. These are extra good topped with Recipe #222159! Also for chicken I use Recipe #217675 a lot.

Provided by anme7039

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 boneless skinless chicken breast (poached and shredded or Parmesan Chicken cut up into strips)
1 cup frozen corn (cooked in microwave)
1 cup cheddar cheese
3 cups lettuce
salsa (to taste)
1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup drained kidney bean (or your favorite)
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
1 tomatoes, chopped
ranch dressing (optional)

Steps:

  • Poach chicken then shred.
  • Mix cooked corn and chicken in a bowl with taco seasoning mix.
  • Divide lettuce, beans, tomato, corn and chicken mixture among two bowls.
  • Top with salsa cheese and crushed chips.
  • Top with ranch dressing if you please.
  • You can multiply this recipe to suit your needs!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 97.1, Sodium 817.1, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 4, Protein 34.2

SPICY SOUTHWEST CHOPPED SALAD WITH SALSA VERDE



Spicy Southwest Chopped Salad with Salsa Verde image

This is by far the best summer salad I have ever made! You can adjust the amount of spice, depending on your preference by adding more or less jalapeno and Cajun seasoning. The salsa verde makes a big enough batch that you can have more for dipping chips later. It is a great low-fat, all-in-one meal. This dish can also be topped with crushed tortilla chips, if desired.

Provided by Jenny from WA

Categories     Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 ears corn
1 pound tomatillos, husked
½ bunch fresh cilantro leaves
½ jalapeno chile pepper, chopped
¼ large white onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
salt, to taste
4 teaspoons lime juice
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
1 teaspoon lime juice
¼ medium head red cabbage, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 head green leaf lettuce
1 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a rolling boil; add the corn and boil 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the corn and allow to cool until cool enough to handle. Cut the corn off of the cob and place into a large mixing bowl; set aside.
  • Place the tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeno, onion, garlic, salt, and 4 teaspoons of lime juice into a blender. Pulse until the vegetables have been finely chopped; set aside. Toss the avocado with 1 teaspoon of lime juice and mix with the corn, cabbage, black beans, and bell pepper.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Season the chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning.
  • Cook the chicken breasts on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Set the breasts aside until cool enough to handle; cut into bite sized pieces.
  • Divide the lettuce leaves onto 4 plates. Mound the avocado mixture on top of the lettuce, followed by the chicken. Sprinkle with cotija cheese and garnish with lime wedges to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 99.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 17.5 g, Protein 43 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1112.4 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SALAD



Southwestern Bean Salad image

A wonderful side salad that would compliment any Mexican or Southwestern meal. To make it a main dish, you could add chopped cooked meat of your choice and some shredded Cheddar cheese.

Provided by yooper

Categories     Black Beans

Time 10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (15 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium red onion, diced
1 medium tomatoes, diced
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
3/4 cup thick & chunky salsa
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine beans, celery, onion, tomato and corn.
  • In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients; mix well.
  • Pour over the bean mixture; toss to coat.
  • Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.6, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 393.2, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 8.4

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN PASTA SALAD



Southwestern Black Bean Pasta Salad image

When I first served this jazzed-up pasta salad for my mom's birthday dinner, it was so well-received that I couldn't wait to make it again! Chose the flavor of salsa to suit your family's taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
SALAD DRESSING:
1 cup ranch salad dressing
1 cup salsa
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water; drain. In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta, black beans, peppers and onion. Combine the salad dressing, salsa and cayenne. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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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

1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
½ (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 roasted red peppers, diced
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can white corn, drained
¼ cup finely chopped sweet onion
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 cup diced Roma tomatoes
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 large avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

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 WITH AVOCADO DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Salad With Avocado Dressing Recipe by Tasty image

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

1 avocado, halved
1 clove garlic
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
1 lime, juiced
1 head lettuce, chopped
1 cup bell pepper, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro
15 oz black beans, 1 can
½ cup red onion, chopped
15 oz corn, 1 can
¼ cup scallion
¾ cup tomato, chopped

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

10-MINUTE LAYERED SOUTHWEST SALAD



10-Minute Layered Southwest Salad image

Need a southwest salad quick? Throw this 10-Minute Layered Southwest Salad together fast for a hearty taco salad with corn, beans, fresh greens & more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Natural Three Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cover platter with lettuce.
  • Top with next 4 ingredients.
  • Drizzle with dressing; top with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 900 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 13 g

Tips:

  • When choosing black beans, look for dried beans that are small, plump, and free of blemishes.
  • Soak the black beans overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible.
  • To cook the black beans, rinse them well and then add them to a large pot with water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1-2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
  • Once the beans are cooked, drain them and let them cool. You can then use them in the salad immediately or store them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • For the salsa verde dressing, use fresh herbs whenever possible. This will give the dressing the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.
  • To make the salad, simply combine the cooked black beans, lettuce, corn, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl. Then, drizzle the salsa verde dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for later.

Conclusion:

This southwestern black bean and lettuce salad with salsa verde dressing is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and the salsa verde dressing adds a delicious tangy flavor. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own personal preferences. For example, you can add other vegetables to the salad, such as avocado, cucumber, or bell pepper. You can also adjust the amount of spice in the salsa verde dressing by adding more or less chili peppers. No matter how you make it, this salad is sure to be a hit!

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