Description
A bold, satisfying salad bowl loaded with smoky BBQ pulled pork, charred grilled corn, black beans, and fresh veggies, all topped with creamy ranch dressing. This salad is protein-packed, colorful, and perfect for summer dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup grilled corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cups cooked pulled pork
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Optional Toppings: Sliced avocado, Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, Pickled jalapeños, Tortilla strips
Instructions
- Grill or sauté corn in a hot pan until lightly charred. Set aside.
- In a skillet, warm the pulled pork over medium heat. Stir in BBQ sauce and cook until sticky and caramelized.
- In a large bowl, lay down the chopped romaine lettuce.
- Arrange cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onion, and cilantro over the greens.
- Add pulled pork in the center.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over the top. Add any optional toppings if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use leftover pulled pork to save time.
- Make sure the corn is nicely charred for maximum flavor.
- Serve immediately after assembling for the freshest texture.
- Toss the salad base in a bit of ranch before adding toppings if you want a fully dressed version.
- Double the recipe for crowd-sized portions.
- Store components separately for meal prep: Keep lettuce, beans, and tomatoes in one container. Pork and corn in another. Ranch in a small jar or cup.
- Assembled bowls will last 1 day in the fridge, but for best texture and flavor, assemble just before serving.
- Pulled pork can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Protein: 30g