KICKED UP LAYERED SALAD

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Fresh and creamy all at the same time, this tasty salad could easily become a satisfying meal with the addition of some grilled chicken.

Provided by Jennifer Smith @JSmith1966

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 cup(s) shredded romaine
8 - hard boiled eggs sliced
3 1/2 cup(s) cherry tomatoes quartered
2 can(s) 11 oz. each corn, drained
1 can(s) 16 oz black beans rinsed and drained
1/2 cup(s) thinly sliced green onions
2 - medium ripe avocados peeled and diced
1 tablespoon(s) lime juice
CILANTRO DRESSING
1 1/2 cup(s) mayo
2/3 cup(s) salsa (whatever is your fave)
2 tablespoon(s) lime juice
1/2 teaspoon(s) cumin
1/2 teaspoon(s) chili powder
1 1/4 cup(s) minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the romaine in a large salad bowl. Arrange the egg slices on top. Top with tomatoes. mix the corn, beans and onions and spoon on top of the tomatoes. Toss the avocados with lime juice and spoon over the corn layer.
  • For dressing, in a bowl, mix the mayo, salsa, lime juice, cumin and chili powder. Stir in cilantro. Spoon over avocados spreading to sides of bowl. You can garnish with olives and cheese if you want.

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