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Mexican-Inspired Chopped Salad

This salad is refreshing and full of bright and briny flavors. Crispy Romaine hearts are tossed with fresh scallions, cilantro, shredded cheese, and lime for a fast, easy, and delicious salad.
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword egg-free, mexican, nightshade-free, nut-free, salad, side, vegetarian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 144kcal
Author Jenny Ross

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Romaine lettuce 1 head, chopped fine
  • 2 ounces cotija crumbled, or queso fresco
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 4 green onions sliced thin
  • 1/3 cup cilantro chopped fine
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 lemon, or vinegar of choice
  • zest of 1/2 lime
  • pinch of coriander ground optional
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine the Romaine, cheese, and oil in a large serving bowl and toss to coat evenly. Add the remaining ingredients and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

Protein:Energy Quotient [calories]: 0.13

Nutrition

Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4367IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 1mg