Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Cowgirl Salad, a delightful combination of fresh greens, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy corn, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Perfect for sunny picnics or backyard barbecues, this salad is not just a meal—it’s an experience that will bring smiles to your table. Versatile and easy to customize, it’s sure to become a favorite among friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, kale)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 avocado (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse mixed greens under cool water and dry thoroughly using a salad spinner.
- Halve cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak in water for a milder flavor.
- If using fresh corn, briefly cook in boiling water until tender; cool before adding to the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, tomatoes, corn, red onion, avocado, and cilantro; drizzle with dressing just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg