Best Southwest Layered Salad Recipes

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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

SOUTHWEST LAYERED CORNBREAD SALAD



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With no last-minute assembly needed, this layered salad is ready for a spot on the party buffet. -Rod & Sue Brusius, Omro, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups ranch salad dressing
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cornbread according to package directions. Cool completely on a wire rack. Break into crumbles., In a 3-qt. bowl, layer half of each of the following: cornbread, beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, dressing and cheese. Repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 372 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 826mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

SOUTHWEST LAYERED CHICKEN SALAD



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Looking for an easy salad to serve a crowd? Try this colorful combo that includes corn with a creamy dressing that gets its zip from Old El Paso® taco seasoning.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
1 envelope (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon grated lime peel
3 tablespoons lime juice
8 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1/2 medium jicama, peeled, cut into matchstick pieces (about 1 cup)
3 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 can (15.25 oz) corn, drained
2 large red bell peppers, chopped (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 ripe avocados, pitted, peeled and chopped (about 3 cups)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
  • In 4-quart glass serving bowl, layer lettuce, jicama, chicken, corn and bell peppers. Just before serving, top salad with avocados. Serve with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 4 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

5-MINUTE SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD - K



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Make and share this 5-Minute Southwest Layered Salad - K recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nana Lee

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
3/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup mexican style shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1 cup tortilla chips, broken

Steps:

  • ARRANGE lettuce in bottom of glass serving bowl or on serving plate.
  • LAYER beans, corn, salsa and cheese evenly over top.
  • DRIZZLE with dressing; sprinkle with chips.
  • You can change the cheese and beans to your favorites.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2, Fat 13.1, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 10, Sugar 3, Protein 13.3

SOUTHWEST LAYERED PASTA SALAD



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After the popularity of my Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad (Thank you, JAP chefs!), I thought I'd develop another salad dish, this time with a Southwestern tang. As always, choose the ingredients your family loves and realize that the amounts are always your choice. I'm just going to list what I do and give you some more options. ...

Provided by Fran Miller

Categories     Chicken Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

some pasta; cooked, rinsed in cool water, drained (wagon wheel pasta is a nice touch) 1/2 pound of uncooked pasta makes enough for 4-6 servings
some salad dressing (ranch or chipotle ranch are my favorites)
some shredded or chopped lettuce
some tomato chunks
some sliced black olives
some chopped onion
some chopped peppers (green, jalapeno, etc...)
some cooked corn, drained & cooled
some black beans; cooked, rinsed in cool water, & drained
some shredded or small chunks of cheese (pepper jack, colby jack, cheddar, etc...)
some crumbled fritos
OTHER OPTIONS TO CONSIDER...
some chicken strips or chunks, seasoned with southwestern spices
some salsa
some sour cream
some crumbled bacon or bacon bits
some ranch-flavored croutons, instead of crumbled fritos

Steps:

  • 1. While pasta is cooking, prepare your chopped vegetables. If using canned corn or black beans, just rinse & drain well. Cover & refrigerate until ready to assemble the salad.
  • 2. Mix the drained & cooled pasta with some of the salad dressing. Cover and refrigerate if you are not ready to eat.
  • 3. When it's time for dinner, layer the pasta, then the vegetables, in a large pasta bowl or individual salad plates.
  • 4. Top with crumbled Fritos and shredded cheese.
  • 5. Decisions, decisions... Will you top with more salad dressing or possibly salsa & sour cream?
  • 6. Whatever you decide, enjoy!

BETTER CHOICE 10-MINUTE SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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Drizzled with light ranch dressing and topped with baked tortilla chips, this tasty layered salad is a treat for fans of Southwest-style eats.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Natural 2% Milk Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken baked tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cover platter with lettuce.
  • Top with next 4 ingredients.
  • Drizzle with dressing; top with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 1000 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 13 g

5-MINUTE SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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Categories     Cheese

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® HOME ORIGINALS® Thick 'N Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Three Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup KRAFT Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken tortilla chips

Steps:

  • PLACE lettuce on serving platter or in bottom of glass serving bowl. COVER with layers of beans, corn, salsa and cheese. DRIZZLE with dressing; sprinkle with chips.

SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Side     Quick & Easy     Raw

Yield 6 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups torn romaine lettuce (1 bag)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
1 bag (11 oz) frozen corn, thawed & drained & refrigerated
1/2 cup Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Natural 2% Milk Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken baked tortilla chips
Substitute: Salsa with 4 chopped tomatoes (about 2 cups) & 2 Tbsp chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • 1. Pour lettuce into serving bowl. 2. Top with black beans, thawed corn, salsa & cheese. 3. Just before serving, drizzle with dressing; top with chips.

10-MINUTE LAYERED SOUTHWEST SALAD



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Need a southwest salad quick? Throw this 10-Minute Layered Southwest Salad together fast for a hearty taco salad with corn, beans, fresh greens & more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Natural Three Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cover platter with lettuce.
  • Top with next 4 ingredients.
  • Drizzle with dressing; top with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 900 mg, Carbohydrate 38 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 13 g

SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD



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Try this Southwest Layered Salad from My Food and Family. Layer spicy peppers, lettuce and more for a delicious salad for weeknights or the weekend.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings, 2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bag (10 oz.) torn mixed salad greens
3 jalapeño peppers, chopped
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cups grape tomatoes, quartered
4 CLAUSSEN Kosher Dill Mini Pickles, finely chopped
3 hard-cooked eggs, peeled, chopped
1 pkg. (9 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Smoked Ham, chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
3/4 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing

Steps:

  • Place greens in bottom of large salad bowl. Sprinkle with jalapeño peppers and ground red pepper.
  • Cover with layers of tomatoes, pickles, eggs, ham and onions.
  • Spread dressing evenly over top of salad. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Sodium 1130 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 12 g

10-MINUTE LAYERED SOUTHWEST SALAD



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Need a southwest salad quick? Throw this 10-Minute Layered Southwest Salad together fast for a hearty taco salad with corn, beans, fresh greens & more.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans , rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn , drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Natural Three Cheese Crumbles
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Cover platter with lettuce.
  • Top with next 4 ingredients.
  • Drizzle with dressing; top with chips.

SOUTHWEST LAYERED SALAD RECIPE



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Follow our Southwest Layered Salad Recipe to create a salad that looks as good as it tastes! Our Southwest Layered Salad Recipe features black beans, baby spinach leaves, chopped tomatoes and tender chunks of chicken breast.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups baby spinach leaves
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn, cooked, drained
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT Fat Free Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Place lettuce on serving platter or in bottom of glass serving bowl.
  • Cover with layers of beans, corn, tomatoes, chicken and cheese.
  • Drizzle with dressing; sprinkle with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 490 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g

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