Description
This Spicy Southwestern Salad with Avocado Dressing is a vibrant and wholesome dish, perfect for lunch or dinner. Featuring roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and fresh corn, this salad is bursting with nutrients and flavor. The creamy avocado dressing adds a delightful touch that ties everything together beautifully. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or seeking a nutritious meal for yourself, this recipe is sure to impress. It’s easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste, making it an excellent choice for meal prep or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 sweet potatoes
- 1 romaine heart, chopped
- 1 can black beans (14 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 can sweet corn (14 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
- Cumin
- Chili powder
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Peel and chop sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Toss with oil, cumin, and chili powder.
- Roast sweet potatoes for 10 minutes; stir and increase temperature to 425°F for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a food processor, blend avocado, Greek yogurt, water, cilantro, garlic, salt, and lime juice until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, chopped lettuce, and roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle with avocado dressing and toss gently.
- Serve immediately or store components separately for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg