SANTA FE SALAD WITH TORTILLA STRAWS

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Baked tortilla strips create the wow in a simple-to-make salad with Southwest flair.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and cut into chunks
1 Old El Paso™ flour tortilla for burritos (8 inch; from 11.5-oz package)
Cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups bite-size pieces iceberg lettuce
2 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
1 large tomato, chopped (1 cup)
1 cup diced peeled jicama
3/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Place dressing and avocado in blender. Cover; blend on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray tortilla with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt and chili powder. Cut tortilla in half, then cut each half crosswise into 1/4-inch strips. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until crisp and golden brown. Set aside.
  • Place iceberg and romaine lettuce on shallow serving platter or in large bowl. Sprinkle with tomato, jicama, cheese, olives and tortilla "straws." Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

simon collins
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Esmeralda Juarez
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I love the creamy dressing on this salad.


Aoneoboy Rome
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


K Kim
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures.


Mishanna Oudit
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken.


Diya Malik
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Mohammad Yousuf
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, but I didn't find it to be overpowering in this salad.


Mr Cowan
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This salad is a great option for a light lunch or dinner.


Googo Babi
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Isaiah Baiza
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Ndudi Godwin
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes, and this one definitely didn't disappoint. It's going into my regular rotation.


Malikanees Malik
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This salad is so fresh and flavorful. It's the perfect summer meal.


Imran Wakil
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I love the addition of the tortilla straws. They add a nice crunch to the salad.


Aziz Ahad
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Itz_Rain Gachatube vids
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and creamy.


abdmuhit tarafder
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


TaNu WoRld
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the combination of ingredients was perfect.


Magda Reklt
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This Santa Fe salad was a hit at my last potluck! The combination of flavors and textures was incredible. I especially loved the crispy tortilla straws.