Best Fruit And Vegetable Fiesta Salad Recipes

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FIESTA SALAD



Fiesta Salad image

A fresh Mexican style salad made with black beans, corn, peppers, onion, cilantro and lime juice. Brighten up any meal with this incredible salad

Provided by Steve Cylka

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 can black beans (19oz/540ml) (, drained)
1 can corn (12oz/340ml) (, drained)
1 red pepper (, cored and diced)
1/2 English cucumber (, diced)
1/2 sweet onion (, diced finely)
1 jalapeno pepper (optional) (, cored and diced finely)
1/3 cup cilantro (, washed and minced)
1/3 cup lime juice (, (2 or 3 limes usually))
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup sugar
1 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Toss black beans, corn, red pepper, cucumber, onion and cilantro in a large bowl.
  • In a separate container mix the oil, lime juice, sugar and salt together until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Pour the dressing on the salad and stir until everything is coated. Let the salad marinate in the fridge for about 1 hour.
  • Serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 553 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 12 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LIZ'S FAST FIESTA SALAD



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This dish is fast, simple and tastes great for low-carbers and non-low-carbers alike. It's a great side to bring to a summer barbeque or picnic. It's full of flavor and a snap to prepare.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (16-ounce) bag frozen broccoli florets
1 (16-ounce) bag frozen cauliflower florets
1 cup ranch dressing (most brands have 1 gram of carbohydrates or less)
1 cup shredded Cheddar
5 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 scallions

Steps:

  • Defrost the frozen broccoli and cauliflower in the microwave for approximately 5 minutes. They should come out still cold, but not icy.
  • Toss broccoli and cauliflower with the ranch dressing and make sure that all pieces are evenly coated. Add the shredded Cheddar and bacon and mix well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or as long as overnight.
  • Thinly slice the green onions on an angle and sprinkle on top of the salad for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calorie, Fat 30 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 4.5 grams

EASY FIESTA SALAD



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Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 ounces of mixed green salad, whatever your favorite blend is.
1 cup of Lime Cilantro Rice
1/2 cup Roma tomatoes
1/2 cup black beans, rinsed & drained
1/2 cup of sharp shredded cheese
3/4 cup of Cilantro Lime Dressing
1/2 cup corn
1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
1/4 cup red onions

Steps:

  • Layer the lettuce with rice, tomatoes, black beans & cheese. Top with any other optional items. Douse in dressing. I love this dressing and don't think you can ever have too much! Enjoy!

FIESTA CHOPPED SALAD



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"We serve this colorful garden feast when we find vegetables that are bursting with flavor," writes Merwyn Garbini from her home in Tuscon, Arizona. The dressing makes the fresh salad a welcome companion for most any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 large ripe avocado, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over vegetables and toss to coat. Toss avocado with lemon juice; gently fold into salad. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SALAD



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Getting your family to eat fruits and veggies will be a snap, thanks to this tantalizing salad from Vicky LaMance of Middletown, Ohio. A simple reduced-fat dressing coats her crunchy mix of peppers, celery, cabbage, apples and grapes. Not overpowering, it complements their flavors instead of hiding them.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup shredded cabbage
3/4 cup chopped red apple
1/2 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
Lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and salt. Stir into pepper mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 298mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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