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Crunchy Southwest Salad with Tortilla Strips — homemade Southwest salad recipe

Crunchy Southwest Salad with Tortilla Strips

A refreshing and crunchy Southwest-inspired salad packed with beans, corn, and fresh vegetables, topped with crispy tortilla strips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup lime vinaigrette
  • 1 cup tortilla strips

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine romaine lettuce, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese, and red onion in a large bowl.
  2. Drizzle the lime vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Top the salad with tortilla strips and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve immediately to ensure the tortilla strips remain crunchy.