Southwestern Salad with Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

Southwestern Salad with Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette- a delicious salad full of avocado, bell peppers, corn, and black beans tossed with a spicy, citrusy dressing.

How To Serve Southwestern Salad

Serve this salad as a healthy, light side for tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, and burritos. To make this salad a main dish, add grilled chicken, steak, salmon, or shrimp.

Homemade Jalapeno Lime Vinaigrette

This homemade dressing is so healthy and tasty. A jalapeno and garlic add a little bite. The lime juice provides some acidity and the honey adds a little sweetness. Maple syrup or agave can be used instead of honey.

The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for about a week and it is easy to make a double batch. It’s also great drizzled over grilled chicken or shrimp.

Equipment Needed

• Blender or Food Processor– you need to blend the jalapeno, garlic, and cilantro so the flavors are easily distributed throughout the dressing and it has a smooth texture.

Add More Flavors

Roasted sweet potatoes are a great addition to this salad as are crunchy tortilla strips.

If you want to add a little cheese flavor, try some crumbled cotija cheese. Feta cheese can be substituted.

To make this salad a main dish, add grilled chicken, salmon, or shrimp.

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