Drew Carney's favorite summer recipes: Jenna's Mexican veggie salad

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories.

queso fresco

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: shredded cheddar

Feta offers a similar tangy flavor at a lower cost.

black beans

🥗Healthier: chickpeas

💰Cheaper: kidney beans

Chickpeas are lower in calories and high in protein.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar adds acidity without the cost of fresh limes.

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then chop into bite-sized pieces.

Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers, and place them in a large bowl.

Finely chop the red onion and bell peppers, adding them to the bowl.

Slice the avocado and add it to the mixture gently to avoid mashing.

Add the corn and black beans to the bowl, mixing gently.

Chop the cilantro and sprinkle it over the salad.

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil until combined.

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.

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

Finely chop the jalapeño and sprinkle over the salad for added heat, if desired.

Crumble queso fresco on top before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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