Best Taos Salad Recipes

TAOS SALAD

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This is my Grandmother's favorite recipe and we all love it as well. Great for dinner partys and potlucks.

Provided by Kris H

Categories Greens

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups lettuce, shredded
1 (1 lb) can kidney bean, drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped and drained
1 tablespoon green chili, chopped
2 large avocados, mashed
1/2 cup ripe olives, sliced (sm,can)
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing
2 tablespoons fresh onions, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup corn chips, coarsely crushed
8 whole pitted olives (to garnish)

Steps:

Combine lettuce,beans,tomatoes,chilies,and sliced olives.
Chill.
Combine avocado,sour cream,salad dressing,onions,and seasonings; mix well and chill.
Just before serving, pour the avocado dressing over the salad and toss lightly.
Top with shredded cheese and corn chips.
Garnish with the whole pitted black olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 19.9, Sodium 638.5, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 4.1, Protein 9.1

TAOS TUMBLE SALAD

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Cumin quickly turns store-bought Caesar dressing into a Southwestern-style salad topper. Ready in 5 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2/3 cup Caesar dressing
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 bags (10 oz each) classic romaine lettuce salad or hearts of romaine lettuce
1 pint (2 cups) grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
2 cups coarsely broken lime-flavored or regular tortilla chips

Steps:

In small bowl, mix dressing and cumin. In large bowl, toss remaining ingredients with dressing mixture.
Sprinkle with additional cheese and chips if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 430 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

LIGHT TAOS CHICKEN SALAD

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Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup light ranch salad dressing
1/4 cup salsa
dash of ground cumin
1 (10-ounce) package salad greens
1 (6-ounce) package cooked southwest-flavored chicken strips, cut small
1 medium tomato, diced
4 green onions, sliced
1 avocado, peeled, sliced
1/2 cup reduced-fat Mexican-style cheese Tortilla strips for garnish

Steps:

In a large serving bowl, mix ranch dressing, salsa, and cumin. Add salad greens, chopped chicken strips, tomato, and green onions. Toss to coat with dressing. To serve, arrange tossed salad on serving plate; top with avocado, cheese, and tortilla strips. Editor's Extra: You can buy packaged tortilla strips in the produce section.

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