Get ready to transform your ordinary salad into a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired masterpiece that will transport you straight to flavor paradise! This Cafe Rio Style Creamy Tomatillo Salad isn't just another boring green dish – it's a vibrant, fresh explosion of colors, textures, and tastes that will have you craving every single bite. Packed with crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, sweet corn, protein-rich black beans, and creamy avocado, this salad is about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup corn
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup creamy tomatillo dressing
Instructions
- Start by preparing all your ingredients. Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place the chopped lettuce in a large salad bowl.
- Next, rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water. Cut each tomato in half and add them to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
- Open a can of corn (or use fresh corn if you prefer). Drain any excess liquid and add 1 cup of corn to the salad bowl.
- Rinse and drain 1 cup of black beans. Add the black beans to the salad bowl, mixing them gently with the other ingredients.
- Take your avocado and cut it in half, removing the pit. Use a spoon to scoop the flesh out of the skin, then dice the avocado into small cubes. Add the diced avocado to the salad bowl.
- Chop the fresh cilantro finely and sprinkle it over the salad. The cilantro will add a fresh flavor that complements the other ingredients.
- Finally, drizzle 1/2 cup of creamy tomatillo dressing over the salad. You can adjust the amount based on your preference for creaminess.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together using salad tongs or two large spoons until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve the salad immediately in individual bowls or plates. Enjoy your Cafe Rio Style Creamy Tomatillo Salad as a refreshing meal or side dish!
Tips
- For maximum freshness, chop your ingredients just before serving to maintain crisp textures.
- Use ripe avocados for the best creamy texture – they should yield slightly when gently pressed.
- If possible, use fresh corn instead of canned for a sweeter, more vibrant flavor.
- Make your own tomatillo dressing for an even more authentic taste.
- Chill your salad bowl beforehand to keep ingredients extra crisp.
- For added protein, consider topping with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Serve immediately after dressing to prevent lettuce from getting soggy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 10g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 5mg
