TEX MEX 7 LAYER SALAD

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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

3 cups lettuce, washed rough chopped
14 ounces black beans, rinsed and well drained
14 ounces corn, defrosted if frozen if canned rinsed and well drained
2 roasted red peppers, diced
smoked paprika
2 avocados, cubed
1/3 cup green chili salsa (store bought or Smoky, Spicy Tomatillo Salsa Verde Aka Green Hell! )
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half or 1 cup cherry tomatoes
black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup sliced scallion
1/3 cup green chili salsa
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise, Smart Balance
1 cup shredded cheese, TeX MeX blend is a good choice
2 ounces sliced ripe olives, rinsed and drained

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.

Mayank Tamang
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the colorful layers and the creamy dressing.


Mohammad Shopan
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can easily customize it to your own taste by adding or removing ingredients.


Faith Tsosie
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ingredients. I often add in whatever vegetables I have on hand and it always turns out delicious.


m mansoor
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I've been making this salad for years and it never gets old. It's the perfect dish for potlucks and picnics.


Tomasa Camerina
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This recipe is a winner! It's easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends.