Southwestern Salad Bar

Gluten Free
Health score
35%
Southwestern Salad Bar
45 min.
8
488kcal

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Welcome to a vibrant and delicious culinary experience with our Southwestern Salad Bar! This gluten-free dish is perfect for gatherings, offering a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Imagine a colorful spread of fresh ingredients, where you can customize your salad just the way you like it. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a hearty main course, or a side dish that steals the show, this salad bar has got you covered.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a feast that serves up to 8 people, making it an ideal choice for family meals or entertaining friends. The combination of creamy avocado, zesty lime, and smoky chipotle chiles brings a southwestern flair that is both refreshing and satisfying. With protein-packed rotisserie chicken, hearty black beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious, clocking in at 488 calories per serving.

Set up your salad bar buffet-style, allowing everyone to build their own perfect bowl. From crunchy tortilla chips to sweet mango and tangy radishes, the options are endless. This interactive dining experience is sure to be a hit, encouraging creativity and catering to various dietary preferences. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress your guests with this delightful Southwestern Salad Bar!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup avocado diced peeled
  • 2.5 ounces baked tortilla chips unsalted crumbled
  • 30 ounce black beans rinsed drained canned
  • ounces cheddar cheese reduced-fat
  • 1.5 teaspoons chipotles in adobo canned minced
  • teaspoons cilantro leaves fresh minced
  • cups ears corn fresh ( 4 ears)
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup spring onion sliced
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • cup mangos peeled sliced chopped
  • 0.5 cup radishes thinly sliced
  • 0.8 cup ranch dressing light
  • 0.7 cup onion red chopped
  • ounce roasted peppers red drained chopped
  • 12 cups the of 1 cos lettuce chopped
  • cups rotisserie chicken boneless skinless chopped
  • tablespoon penzey's southwest seasoning 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook the seasoning in a large saucepan over medium heat 2 minutes or until toasted, stirring frequently.
  2. Combine fajita seasoning, corn, 1 tablespoon juice, and cilantro in a medium serving bowl.
  3. Combine onion, garlic, beans, and bell pepper in a medium serving bowl.
  4. Combine avocado and 2 teaspoons juice in a small serving bowl, tossing gently to coat.
  5. Combine dressing and chipotle in a small serving bowl.
  6. Place lettuce in a large serving bowl.
  7. Place chicken in a medium serving bowl.
  8. Place cheese, chips, mango, green onions, and radishes in individual serving bowls. Arrange the bowls, buffet-style, beginning with lettuce and ending with dressing. For each serving: 1 1/2 cups lettuce, 3/4 cup bean mixture, 1/4 cup corn mixture, about 1/3 cup chicken, 3 tablespoons chips, 3 tablespoons cheese, 2 tablespoons mango, 2 tablespoons onions, 1 tablespoon radishes, 1 tablespoon avocado, and 1 1/2 tablespoons dressing.

Nutrition Facts

Calories488kcal
Protein24.72%
Fat39.71%
Carbs35.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.59
Glycemic Load
2.24
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
33.539565252221%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Pelargonidin
4.58mg
Catechin
0.35mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.28mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:487.63kcal
24.38%
Fat:22.25g
34.23%
Saturated Fat:6.66g
41.64%
Carbohydrates:44.85g
14.95%
Net Carbohydrates:32.01g
11.64%
Sugar:8.37g
9.3%
Cholesterol:73.84mg
24.61%
Sodium:1323.72mg
57.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.16g
62.32%
Vitamin A:6978.89IU
139.58%
Vitamin K:143.51µg
136.67%
Folate:226.02µg
56.51%
Fiber:12.84g
51.37%
Phosphorus:497.03mg
49.7%
Vitamin C:33.78mg
40.95%
Selenium:27.81µg
39.72%
Vitamin B3:7.46mg
37.29%
Manganese:0.65mg
32.46%
Calcium:298.03mg
29.8%
Potassium:1026.99mg
29.34%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.99%
Magnesium:107.1mg
26.78%
Iron:4.63mg
25.7%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
25.19%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.44%
Copper:0.41mg
20.38%
Vitamin B5:1.82mg
18.24%
Zinc:2.58mg
17.18%
Vitamin E:1.73mg
11.53%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.84%
Source:My Recipes