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Mexican Salad

Cultural Context

Mexican salad is a vibrant dish that reflects the fresh ingredients and bold flavors characteristic of Mexican cuisine. It often serves as a side dish or a light meal, especially in warm weather. The combination of vegetables, beans, and dressing provides a refreshing and nutritious option, making it popular in both traditional and modern Mexican dining.

MexicanMXside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
200 grams lettuce
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
fresh coriander
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons dried oregano
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon cumin powder
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes
salt
tomatoes
charred corn
1/2 cup kidney beans
avocado
spring onion

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed avocado

💰Cheaper: cucumber

Cucumber is a budget-friendly alternative that adds crunch.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive.

1

Start by making the dressing with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.

2

Chop fresh coriander and add it to the dressing.

3

Add 3 finely minced cloves of garlic to the dressing.

4

Mix in 2 teaspoons of dried oregano and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.

5

Add 3/4 teaspoon of cumin powder and 1/4 teaspoon of chili flakes to the dressing.

6

Season with salt and whisk the dressing together.

7

Chop 200 grams of lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.

8

Add diced tomatoes to the bowl.

9

Add charred corn to the bowl.

10

Add 1/2 cup of boiled kidney beans to the bowl.

11

Slice and scoop out avocado and add it to the salad.

12

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

13

Add chopped spring onion and toss again before serving.

Cooking Techniques

choppingdicingmixingwhisking

Equipment Needed

large bowlwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Also Known As

Ensalada Mexicana
Local Name: Ensalada mexicana

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