Santa Fe Southwestern Summer Harvest Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad that combines the flavors of the American Southwest with the sweetness of summer harvest ingredients. Perfect for barbecues and outdoor gatherings, this salad showcases the beauty of Southwestern cuisine with its bold colors and flavors.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed greens
• 1 cup Diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup Diced yellow bell pepper
• 1 cup Diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/2 cup Crumbled queso fresco
• 1 cup Cooked black beans, warmed
• 1 cup Chopped fresh tomatoes
• 1/2 cup Roasted corn kernels
• 2 tbsp Southwestern-style dressing
• 1 tbsp Smoked chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• to taste Salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup Shredded radicchio for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, diced red bell pepper, diced yellow bell pepper, diced cucumber, chopped fresh cilantro, and crumbled queso fresco.

2. 2

   Step 2: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Southwestern-style dressing, smoked chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and lime juice.

3. 3

   Step 3: Drizzle the dressing mixture over the salad and toss to combine.

4. 4

   Step 4: Stir in the cooked black beans and chopped fresh tomatoes.

5. 5

   Step 5: Top the salad with roasted corn kernels and shredded radicchio.

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   Step 6: Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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   Step 7: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

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   Step 8: Serve chilled or at room temperature.

💡 Pro Tips

To make the salad more substantial, add cooked chicken or steak on top. To make the dressing more spicy, add more chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. To store the salad, cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

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