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Southwestern Salad

featured in Make-Ahead Mason Jar Salads For The Week

This Southwestern salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that will transport you a warm and sunny place with its mix of bold flavors and textures.

Merle O'Neal
Tasty Team
May 04, 2023
95% would make again

Under 30 minutes

Southwestern Salad

Inspired by emilieeats.com

Under 30 minutes

Ingredients

for 1 serving

Dressing

  • ½ avocado
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup water (120 mL)

Salad

  • ½ green bell pepper, chopped
  • ½ cup corn (85 g)
  • ½ cup cherry tomato (100 g), halved
  • ¼ cup quinoa (40 g), cooked
  • ½ cup black beans (85 g)
  • 1 cup spinach (40 g)

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 501
  • Fat 15g
  • Carbs 83g
  • Fiber 21g
  • Sugar 8g
  • Protein 18g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water. Pulse until smooth, then transfer to a large mason jar.
  2. Add the bell pepper, corn, cherry tomatoes, quinoa, black beans, and spinach and screw on the lid.
  3. Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat, up to 5 days.
  4. Give the mason jar a good shake to mix and use a fork or spoon to stir as needed.
  5. Enjoy!
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