Best 6 Ginas Fiesta Salad Recipes

## Gina's Fiesta Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Tex-Mex Dish to Spice Up Your Meals

Gina's Fiesta Salad is a vibrant and delicious Tex-Mex dish that combines fresh and flavorful ingredients to create a refreshing and satisfying meal. This salad is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or as a light and healthy lunch or dinner option. With its colorful layers of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, crunchy tortilla strips, and a tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit. Additionally, this article provides three variations of the classic Gina's Fiesta Salad, including a vegetarian version, a spicy version, and a chicken version, offering options to suit different dietary preferences and spice levels. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this fiesta of flavors!

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6-INGREDIENT FIESTA SALAD

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Using pantry staples and a few fresh produce items, 6-Ingredient Fiesta Salad is an easy side dish for your next cookout or picnic.

Provided by Lori @ www.AReinventedMom.com

Categories Appetizer Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

15 ounce can sweet corn, (drained)
15 ounce can black beans, (rinsed & drained)
1 small tomato, (chopped )
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/3 cup Italian dressing
Salt & pepper (to taste)

Steps:

Using a medium-sized bowl, mix all ingredients.
Season with salt & pepper if desired.
Chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors develop. Can also be served immediately if you need something FAST.
Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 535 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FIESTA BEAN SALAD

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Black beans, chick peas, tomatoes, cilantro and avocado are tossed with a cumin-lime vinaigrette - I love the bright, fresh flavors of this quick and easy salad! Perfect for lunch, Meatless Mondays, or even as a side dish with grilled steak, shrimp or chicken.

Provided by Gina

Categories Lunch Salad Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp extra virgin olive
1 tsp cumin
pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
15 oz can black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/4 cup minced red onion (finely diced)
1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
1 medium avocado (diced)

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the garlic, lime juice, oil, cumin, crushed red pepper, and salt.
Add the black beans, chickpeas, tomato, onion and cilantro; mix well.
When ready to eat, gently mix in avocado and serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 generous cup, Calories 335 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 481.5 mg, Fiber 15.5 g, Sugar 0.5 g

GINA'S PASTA SALAD

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This pasta salad hits the spot and is a quick and easy addition to any meal!

Provided by Gina S

Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Macaroni Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

10 ounces elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
½ cup cubed Cheddar cheese
10 slices bread-and-butter pickles, diced
1 carrot, diced
1 rib celery, diced
½ green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons diced red onion
1 tablespoon diced banana peppers
1 tablespoon salad seasoning mix (such as McCormick® Salad Supreme Seasoning)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Cheddar cheese, pickles, carrot, celery, bell pepper, onion, banana peppers, salad seasoning, mustard, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Mix well.
Drain pasta and let cool for about 10 minutes. Toss pasta into the dressing; chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Cholesterol 32.1 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Sodium 451.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

MEXICAN FIESTA SALAD

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"I was making a Mexican themed dinner one night last summer, and figured I'd make a salad with the fresh produce I had. I threw in anything that reminded me of Mexican food. Thankfully, it turned out, and the combination of salsa and ranch dressing is one we now use on sandwiches burgers and more, " writes Heather Byers from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups torn romaine
3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed
1/3 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1/4 cup torn curly endive
1/3 cup salsa
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons reduced-fat ranch salad dressing

Steps:

In a salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the salsa, sour cream and ranch dressing. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 235mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GINA'S SPINACH SALAD WITH SPICED PECANS

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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Freshly cracked black pepper
1 cup pecan halves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 small shallot, minced
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 5-ounce package pre-washed baby spinach
4 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, fried crisp
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

Pecans: Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in all the spices and the pecans. Stir and toast the pecans for about 5 minutes. Transfer them to a plate to cool.
Salad: Whisk together the Dijon mustard, shallots, and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl. Drizzle in the olive oil in a continuous stream, whisking to emulsify. Season with a pinch of sugar, and salt and pepper, to taste.
Add the spinach to a large serving bowl. Toss the greens with the prepared dressing, the bacon, blue cheese, cherry tomatoes and spiced pecans.

GINA'S PASTA SALAD

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My co-worker Gina makes this pasta salad and it is to die for!! I LOVE IT! You can not mess this recipe up, it is all "to taste" and fresh parsley and basil can be used instead of dried if you prefer. I double this recipe and I use mini bow tie pasta and 2 bottles of dressing.

Provided by Bella Rachelle

Categories Low Protein

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) box spiral shaped pasta
1 (16 ounce) bottle light caesar salad dressing (as much as you prefer)
3 roma tomatoes, diced
1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 (4 ounce) can black olives, sliced
1/2 cup salami, cut into strips
1/2 cup pepperoni, cut into strips
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

Mix everything together! Enjoy :).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 861.7, Fat 36.7, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 36, Sodium 7458.5, Carbohydrate 129.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 100.6, Protein 11.1

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. If possible, use organic produce.
Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken should be cooked until it is just cooked through, but not dry. Overcooked chicken will be tough and chewy.
Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Be sure to use a dressing that you enjoy and that complements the other ingredients in the salad.
Don't skimp on the toppings: Toppings like cheese, avocado, and tortilla strips add flavor and texture to the salad. Don't be afraid to load it up with your favorite toppings.
Serve the salad immediately: Fiesta salad is best served immediately after it is made. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will meld together and the salad will become less flavorful.

Conclusion:

ina's Fiesta Salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, be sure to give Gina's Fiesta Salad a try.