Best Tex Mex Layered Salad Recipes

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HOT & SPICY LAYERED TEX-MEX TACO SALAD



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It's hard to believe this impressive Hot & Spicy Layered Tex-Mex Taco Salad only takes 15 minutes to put together. Serve with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 tsp. hot pepper sauce
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
6 cups coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup sliced red onions
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Cheddar & Asadero Cheese Deliciously Paired for Tacos
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 avocado
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix first 4 ingredients until blended.
  • Layer beans, lettuce, onions, cheese and tomatoes in large bowl.
  • Spread mayo mixture over salad. Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Chop avocado; spoon over salad just before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

LAYERED TEX-MEX TACO SALAD WITH A KICK



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You won't believe what gives this layered Tex-Mex taco salad its kick: It's not the taco seasoning and (obviously) not the avocado. Read on for the answer!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup KRAFT Mayo Hot & Spicy Flavored Mayonnaise
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
6 cups coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 large green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup sliced red onions
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 large avocado
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Layer lettuce, beans, peppers, onions, cheese and tomatoes in large bowl.
  • Spread mayo mixture over salad. Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Chop avocado; spoon over salad just before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 240 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g

LAYERED TEX MEX POTATO SALAD



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For this salad, you want to use a straight sided glass bowl. I use a trifle bowl. Looks lovely. Source unknown

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Potato Salads

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 lbs. russet potatoes peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick
3 tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 pkg. taco seasoning
salt and black pepper
2 jars pickled jalapenos, 12 oz. each
16 oz. sour cream
1/2 cup purchased salsa verde
6 avocados
2 tbsp. minced garlic
2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
2cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup chopped scallions
2 cans sliced black olives, 3.8 oz. each
1 pkg. purchased pico de gallo, drained, 16 oz
2 cups crushed corn chips

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 450 with a baking sheet inside. Toss potatoes with 2 Tbsp. oil and 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning and season with salt and pepper. Transfer potatoes to hot baking sheet and roast til for tender, 20 minutes.
  • 2. Drain jalapenos, reserving 1/4 cup juice. Pour jalapeno juice over hot potatoes and chill til cool. Mix sour cream, salsa Verde, and 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning.
  • 3. Mash avocados with garlic, then season with salt. Layer potatoes, avocado mixture, jalapenos, and sour cream mixture in large glass bowl. cover and chill til ready to serve
  • 4. Whisk together lime juice, remaining 1 Tbsp. oil and taco seasoning; toss with lettuce, cilantro, scallions and olives. Top salad with lettuce mixture, pico de gallo and corn chips.

CRUNCHY LAYERED TEX-MEX TACO SALAD



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Looking for a potluck-perfect layered salad? We highly recommend this crunchy Tex-Mex number with guacamole and bite-size tortilla chips.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
6 cups coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup sliced red onions
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Mexican Style Shredded Four Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup guacamole
1 cup bite-size tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Layer beans, lettuce, onions, cheese and tomatoes in large bowl.
  • Spread mayo mixture over salad. Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Spoon guacamole over salad just before serving. Top with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

LAYERED TEX-MEX SALAD WITH SPINACH



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Layer on the flavor with our Layered Tex-Mex Salad with Spinach! Black beans, tomato, corn, cheese and avocado make this Tex-Mex salad crispy and colorful.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 can (16 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 cup frozen roasted corn, thawed
1/2 cup KRAFT Lite CATALINA Dressing
1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 ripe avocado, sliced
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients.
  • Arrange spinach on 4 serving plates. Top with avocado, tomato mixture, cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 1010 mg, Carbohydrate 45 g, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 14 g, Protein 18 g

LAYERED TEX-MEX BBQ GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD



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It's almost a sure thing that this colorful Layered Tex-Mex BBQ Grilled Chicken Salad will be the most gorgeous dish on the table. And it tastes good too!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, 1-2/3 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 can (11 oz.) corn with red and green bell peppers, drained
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1/4 cup KRAFT Lite Ranch Dressing
1 cup broken unsalted tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Spray both sides of chicken with cooking spray. Grill 4 min. on each side. Brush with 2 Tbsp. barbecue sauce. Grill 2 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF), turning and brushing occasionally with remaining barbecue sauce.
  • Remove chicken from grill. Let stand 5 min. Cut chicken into strips.
  • Cover platter with lettuce; top with layers of corn, chicken, salsa and cheese. Drizzle with dressing; top with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 650 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 21 g

LAYERED TEX-MEX TACO SALAD



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All your taco filling favorites are here for the party in this big Layered Tex-Mex Taco Salad that makes enough to serve the crowd.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat or KNUDSEN Light Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (15.5 oz.) black beans, rinsed
6 cups tightly packed coarsely chopped iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup slivered red onion s
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese
1 cup grape tomato es, cut in half
1 avocado
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended.
  • Layer beans, lettuce, onions, cheese and tomatoes in large bowl. Spread dressing mixture over salad.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.
  • Chop avocado; spoon over salad just before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Carbohydrate 12 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 6 g

TEX-MEX LAYERED SALAD



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This salad is a great addition to buffets, cookouts and luncheons.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Lettuce Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can(s) 15 1/2 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 c jarred salsa
1/4 c fresh cilantro, chopped
2 c romaine lettuce, chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 can(s) 15 1/2 oz. can fire roasted whole kernel corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 - 1/2 c green onions, chopped
1/2 c cheddar cheese, shredded
1 avocado, chopped
2 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/4 c spicy ranch dressing (or your choice of dressing)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the beans, salsa and 2 tbsp. cilantro in a bowl.
  • 2. In a clear glass bowl, layer the salad in this order: Bean mixture, lettuce, tomatoes, corn, bell pepper, green onion, and cheese.
  • 3. Prior to serving, add the avocados to the top of the salad. Add bacon and remaining cilantro on top of avocado.
  • 4. Drizzle the salad with the dressing and serve.

TEX MEX LAYERED SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy     Vegan

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

For Dressing:
One 10-ounce can original Rotel (tomatoes + green chiles)
8 ounces sour cream
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 medium garlic clove, minced
For Salad:
6 cups chopped Romaine lettuce (or a mix of Romaine & Iceberg)
One 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
One 15-ounce can corn (or 1 1/2 cups fresh corn), drained
2 medium avocados, peeled and sliced or diced
3/4 cup jarred roasted red pepper strips
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
One 6-ounce can sliced olives, reserve a few for garnish
1/4 cup sliced green onions
additional chopped lettuce, shredded cheese and olives for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare the dressing: Place dressing ingredients in a large bowl and use an electric mixer to combine until smooth. Set aside while you prepare the salad. 2. Prepare the salad: Layer the salad ingredients in a large glass bowl in the following order: 4 cups of lettuce, black beans, corn, avocado, red peppers, 2 more cups of lettuce, cheese, and olives. Spread the dressing on top. Then use a few sprinkles of chopped lettuce, cheese, olives and green onions to garnish the top. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours, or serve immediately.

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