Best 7 Mexican Fiesta Layered Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with our Mexican Fiesta Layered Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine. This layered salad is a symphony of textures and colors, featuring layers of crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, savory black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, tangy red onion, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing. Topped with a sprinkle of cotija cheese and a dollop of guacamole, this salad is an explosion of Mexican flavors that will transport your taste buds to a fiesta. With its easy-to-follow recipe and readily available ingredients, this salad is a perfect addition to your next potluck, picnic, or Tex-Mex-themed party. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this delightful and authentic Mexican Fiesta Layered Salad.

**Additional Recipes Mentioned in the Article:**

1. **Mexican Fiesta Dressing:** This vibrant dressing is the heart of the salad, featuring a harmonious blend of olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, garlic, salt, and pepper. Its tangy, herbaceous, and slightly spicy flavor perfectly complements the other ingredients in the salad.

2. **Guacamole:** Enhance the salad's richness and creaminess with a dollop of homemade guacamole. This classic Mexican dip is made with ripe avocados, lime juice, cilantro, onion, and a pinch of salt. Its velvety texture and fresh flavors add an extra layer of indulgence to the salad.

3. **Mexican Rice:** If you're looking for a hearty side dish to accompany the salad, try the Mexican rice recipe included in the article. This flavorful rice dish is cooked with tomatoes, onions, garlic, cumin, and chili powder, resulting in a fluffy and aromatic side that perfectly complements the salad's vibrant flavors.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LAYERED MEXICAN PARTY SALAD



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You're 30 minutes away from a fiesta of flavors in a big bowl of luscious layered salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad mix
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
4 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 container (12 oz) refrigerated guacamole dip
1 1/2 cups finely shredded Mexican 4-cheese blend (6 oz)
3 plum (Roma) tomatoes, chopped
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
3 cups nacho-flavored tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well. In medium bowl, stir together seasoning mix, oil, water and cumin. Stir in pasta, beans and corn.
  • In 4-quart glass salad bowl or 13x9-inch glass baking dish, layer lettuce and pasta mixture. Spread guacamole evenly over top. Sprinkle with cheese and tomatoes; top with olives.
  • Just before serving, arrange chips around edge of bowl. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

MEXICAN LAYERED SALAD



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Here's another popular dish I like to prepare in advance, adding the cheese and chips just before serving. It's a slightly different version of the traditional layered salad.-Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 cups torn romaine
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced, optional
1 large cucumber, halved and sliced
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 medium ripe avocados, sliced or cut into 1/2-in. chunks
1 each large green and sweet red pepper, chopped or sliced
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/4 cup canned chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. trifle bowl or glass serving bowl, layer fresh vegetables and avocado. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, chiles and seasonings; spread over top. Sprinkle with chips and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 35g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 325mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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

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

MEXICAN SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup milk
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
A few dashes hot sauce, or to taste
1 clove garlic, grated
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 ears corn, shucked
3 heads green leaf lettuce, torn into chunks
2 cups halved red grape tomatoes
1/2 red onion, diced
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups crushed-up tortilla chips

Steps:

  • For the dressing: Mix together the mayonnaise, milk, sour cream, parsley, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, hot sauce, garlic and salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • For the salad: Prepare a grill pan or grill for medium-high heat. Grill the corn until nice and golden, with good grill marks on the kernels, 10 to 12 minutes. Allow to cool a bit, then cut the kernels off the cobs.
  • Add all the salad ingredients to a bowl in layers: first the lettuce, followed by the tomatoes, corn, red onions, cheese and tortilla chips.
  • Pour the dressing into a small serving bowl and serve alongside the salad.

MEXICAN 7 LAYER SALAD



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Make and share this Mexican 7 Layer Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mrs. Hughes

Categories     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups lettuce, chopped
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
4 1/2 ounces sliced ripe olives, drained
15 1/2 ounces dark red kidney beans, drained
1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup salsa ranch dressing or 1 cup salsa, garden dressing
1 cup tortilla chips, crushed

Steps:

  • Layer lettuce, tomato, onions, olives, beans, cheese, and dressing in a 3-quart bowl.
  • Refrigerate.
  • Top with crushed tortilla chips and toss lightly just before serving.

MEXICAN FIESTA LAYERED SALAD



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A tasty layered salad that will be sure to be a favourite, mild Mexican flavours with lots of crunch! The multiple layers are beautiful in a glass bowl, a crowd pleaser! Feel free to substitute whatever veggies you happen to have on hand!

Provided by Carol in Oz

Categories     Potluck

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups romaine lettuce
1 cup bean sprouts
1/2 cup yellow pepper, diced
1 -2 cup chopped snow peas
3 tomatoes, seeded and diced
310 g sweet whole kernel corn, drained
4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced (I sprinkled this layer with garlic salt)
420 g mexican style beans, drained
1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove
35 g taco seasoning, dry mix
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
1 cup sliced spring onion
1/2 cup cooked bacon bits
sliced jalapeno, and (optional)
spanish black olives (optional)

Steps:

  • Layer and pack lettuce lightly into the bottom of a glass bowl.
  • Continue layering with each ingredient finishing with the beans (they don't have to be Mexican flavoured!
  • Mix sour cream and mayo with Taco seasoning and garlic, spread in an even layer over top your other layers right to the edge to seal everything.
  • Top with cheese, then cooked crumbled bacon bits, green onions and optional olives and jalapeños.
  • ENJOY!

7-LAYER MEXICAN SALAD



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Hearty Mexican ingredients, including beans and salsa, join with fresh spinach, tomatoes and green onions for seven layers of crowd-pleasing salad.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Side Dish Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups torn fresh spinach
1 small tomato, seeded, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
3 Tbsp. sliced black olives
1/2 cup rinsed canned kidney beans
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing
3 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa

Steps:

  • Layer first 6 ingredients in serving bowl.
  • Drizzle with dressing and salsa.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Layer the salad in a clear glass bowl or trifle dish so that the layers are visible.
  • Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad with tortilla chips, salsa, and guacamole for a complete fiesta meal.
  • For a vegetarian version of the salad, omit the chicken or beef.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the layers and dressing separately and then assemble the salad just before serving.

Conclusion:

This Mexican fiesta layered salad is a delicious and festive dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The salad is also a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken or beef. So next time you are looking for a fun and easy dish to serve, give this Mexican fiesta layered salad a try!

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