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Friday, July 24, 2009

Black Bean, Corn and Romaine Salad

We just love southwestern flavours of this summer favorite salad. It is great with anything from hot dogs . .to grilled steak. You could add some sliced grilled chicken to the salad to make a full meal.

  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce
  • several cobs of fresh corn . .. boiled for 5 minutes. . .cooled and kernels removed.
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 sweet pepper...diced
  • 1 handful cherry tomatoes .. .halved
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup of shredded Monterrey jack or cheddar cheese
  • 3 cups corn chips

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup guacamole .. . purchased or Judy's homemade
  • 1/2 cup of salsa
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or mayo
  • hot sauce to suit your personal taste
  • the juice of 1 lime
  • several tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
  1. Layer the lettuce, black beans, corn, cilantro and onion in your salad bowl.
  2. Arrange the cheese, red pepper, and tomatoes on the top.
  3. Make a circle of corn chips around the edge of the bowl.
  4. Combine the dressing ingredients and pour over the salad ..
  5. Just before serving toss the salad and the dressing together.

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