SOUTHWESTERN CHOPPED SALAD-CILANTRO LIME DRESSING

Southwestern Chopped Salad-Cilantro Lime Dressing image

Provided by Baby Kato

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced
1/4 cup tortilla strips, for garnish
CILANTRO LIME DRESSING
1 cup loosely packed cilantro, stems removed
1/2 cup plain yogurt
2 cloves garlic
juice of 1 lime
pinch of salt
1/4 cup veg oil
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Steps:

1. To make the cilantro lime dressing, combine cilantro, yogurt, garlic, lime juice and salt in the bowl of a food processor. With the motor running, add the oil and vinegar in a slow stream until emulsified; set aside.
2. To assemble the salad, place romaine lettuce in a large bowl; top with tomatoes, corn, black beans and cilantro.
3. Pour the dressing on top of the salad and gently toss to combine. Stir in avocado.
4. Serve immediately, garnished with tortillas trips, if desired.