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.
LAYERED MEXICAN PARTY SALAD
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
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
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
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
"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
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
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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