Best 5 Southwestern Seven Layer Salad With Corn Muffin Croutons Recipes

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Indulge in a vibrant and flavorful Southwestern Seven-Layer Salad, a delightful combination of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. This layered salad features a harmonious blend of fresh, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, sweet corn, savory black beans, tangy red onion, and a sprinkling of zesty cheese. Topped with crunchy corn muffin croutons and drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing, this salad is a symphony of flavors and colors, perfect for a refreshing lunch, a potluck, or a vibrant side dish.

Accompanying this main recipe are variations and complementary dishes to elevate your culinary experience. Discover a zesty Corn Muffin Croutons recipe that adds a delightful crunch and a touch of sweetness to the salad. For a lighter and vegan option, try the Dressing for Southwestern Chopped Salad, a tangy and flavorful dressing that complements the fresh ingredients. And to complete your southwestern-inspired meal, explore the Authentic Mexican Rice recipe, a fluffy and aromatic rice dish that pairs perfectly with the bold flavors of the salad.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN SEVEN LAYER SALAD WITH CORN MUFFIN CROUTONS



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This salad is a variation on a theme of the seven layer dip, only in a salad.Unknown source

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier @eatygourmet

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Number Of Ingredients 14

- 3 corn muffins cut into 1 inch chunks
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp. white wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 2 dashes tabasco sauce
- 6 to 8 cups romaine lettuce, 1 large head or 2 small heads, washed, torn into pieces and dried
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400. Put muffin chunks on baking pan. Toast in oven til golden brown, turning once to prevent burning, about 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool. Do not prepare more than 2 hours ahead. In small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, and seasoning. Refrigerate until ready to use. Toss lettuce with dressing in large bowl. Put dressed lettuce on large serving platter or in individual plates. Top lettuce with each of the remaining ingredients, in order. Top with corn muffin croutons. Serve at once. Makes 6 to 8 servings.

SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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This salad is very pretty when served in a large bowl, and is bursting with lots of fresh flavors. You can spice it up by substituting jalapeno peppers for the chile peppers. The dressing is fabulous for all types of salads.

Provided by Anne Z.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup fat-free plain yogurt
½ (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
8 cups torn romaine lettuce
2 roasted red peppers, diced
1 (14 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 ounce) can white corn, drained
¼ cup finely chopped sweet onion
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 cup diced Roma tomatoes
½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 large avocado - peeled, pitted, and sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix dressing mix, buttermilk, yogurt, and taco seasoning mix together in a mixing bowl.
  • Line a large serving bowl with the torn lettuce.
  • Mix roasted peppers, black beans, corn, onion, and green chiles together in a bowl. Spread mixture over the lettuce. Top with tomatoes; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Arrange avocado slices in an overlapping circle. Garnish with cilantro. Serve with dressing on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1213.2 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

SOUTHWESTERN LAYERED SALAD



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"I made this eye-catching salad for my parents' 50th anniversary party and everyone enjoyed it," says Mary VanLangendon of Green Bay, Wisconsin. The cilantro dressing adds pizzazz to layers of egg, avocado and veggies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups shredded romaine
8 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
3-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 cans (11 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (16 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and diced
CILANTRO DRESSING:
1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
2/3 cup salsa
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1-1/4 cups minced fresh cilantro
Sliced ripe olives, cherry tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Place the romaine in a large salad bowl. Arrange some egg slices around edge of bowl; place remaining eggs over romaine. Top with tomatoes. In a large bowl, combine the corn, beans and onions; spoon over tomatoes. In another large bowl, drizzle lime juice over avocados; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle avocados over tomatoes; spreading to sides of bowl. , In a small bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, lime juice, cumin and chili powder. Stir in cilantro. Pour dressing over salad. Garnish with olives, cherry tomatoes and cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

ZESTY SOUTHWEST CORN SALAD



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Easy and delicious, this salad is refreshing with your summer grilled dishes.

Provided by CookingQueen

Categories     Corn Salad

Time 20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn, thawed and drained
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup diced green bell pepper
⅓ cup diced red onion
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Combine corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, and onion in a large bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, cilantro, vinegar, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and cayenne together in a small bowl. Add dressing to corn mixture just before serving and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 8.6 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SOUTHWESTERN CORNBREAD LAYERED SALAD WITH BACON



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Seasoned chunks of cornbread are layered with grilled chicken, tomatoes and Cheddar and topped with bacon pieces in this hearty salad for eight.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 19

Corn Muffins
1 pkg. (8-1/2 oz.) corn muffin mix
2 cans (4-1/2 oz. each) green chiles, drained
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves
Salad Dressing
1/2 cup fat free sour cream
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing
Salad
1 pkg. (6 oz.) torn salad greens
1 can (16 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 avocado, chopped
1 can (15-1/4 oz.) corn, drained
1 red pepper, chopped
2 pkg. (6 oz. each) OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Southwestern Seasoned or Grilled Chicken Breast, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
12 slices OSCAR MAYER Thick Sliced Center Cut Bacon, cooked, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Corn Muffins:
  • Prepare muffin batter as directed on package; stir in chiles, cumin and oregano. Spoon into 12 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each cup half full. Bake 20 to 25 min. or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean. Cool 10 min. Remove muffins from paper liners; crumble into large pieces.
  • Salad Dressing:
  • Mix sour cream and dressing.
  • Salad:
  • Spread half the crumbled Corn Muffins onto large platter. Cover with layers of all remaining Salad ingredients except bacon; top with remaining crumbled muffins, bacon and Salad Dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1250 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version of the salad, omit the bacon. You can also substitute crumbled tofu or tempeh for the ground beef in the taco meat layer.
  • To save time, use store-bought cornbread croutons. However, if you have the time, homemade croutons are definitely worth the effort.
  • If you don't have any taco seasoning on hand, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Or you can just use 1 packet store bought.
  • To add a bit of extra flavor to the ranch dressing, try adding a teaspoon of dried dill or chives.
  • For a healthier version of the salad, use low-fat or nonfat sour cream and cheese in the dressing and use avocado instead of guacamole. You can also use whole wheat tortillas or pita chips instead of corn muffin croutons.

Conclusion:

Southwestern Seven Layer Salad with Corn Muffin Croutons is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for a party or potluck. It is also a great way to use up leftover cornbread. With its combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful taco meat, and creamy ranch dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying salad recipe, give this one a try.

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