Cowboy Salad Delight: A Colorful Twist on Fresh Flavors

Cowboy Salad Delight is a colorful mix of fresh vegetables and creamy avocado that's perfect for customization and quick weeknight meals.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed
1 cup Corn Fresh corn is preferable
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
1 large Red Bell Pepper Chopped
1 small Red Onion Finely sliced
1 medium Avocado Diced
1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped

For the Dressing

1/4 cup BBQ Sauce Adjust to taste
1/4 cup Ranch Dressing
1 each Lime Juice Juiced from one lime
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
whisk
knife
cutting board

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Gather all your ingredients: black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and cilantro.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large mixing bowl, fold together black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion.
Add avocado and cilantro, being careful not to mash the avocado.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with extra cilantro or avocado slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow the salad to rest for 10 minutes after dressing to enhance flavors. Store leftovers un-dressed for freshness.

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