Ingredients
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped into strips
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 1 cup corn, canned or thawed frozen
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 4 green onions, chopped small
- 1 1/2 cups canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
- 1/2 freshly squeezed lime
- 4-6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, green onions, black beans, shredded cheddar cheese, and cilantro (if using). Toss gently to mix all the ingredients evenly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing, fajita seasoning, and crumbled bacon until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients with the dressing. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the top for an extra burst of flavor.
- Gently fold in the crumbled bacon and tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips just before serving to maintain their crunch.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and enjoy this deliciously satisfying salad as a main dish or a side!
Notes
Serve the salad right after making it. Store leftovers in an airtight container, keeping the dressing separate to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten-Free option available