Description
Cowgirl Salad is a vibrant and flavorful Santa Fe-style dish that combines fresh ingredients and hearty proteins for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
- Extra firm tofu or boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Romaine lettuce
- Black beans
- Corn
- Bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange)
- Medjool dates
- Feta cheese (optional)
- Avocados
- Roasted peanuts
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, roasted peanuts, peanut butter, lime zest, lime juice, soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, minced garlic, and salt until smooth.
- For protein: Season chicken with cajun spice; cook in olive oil until done (6-7 minutes per side) or sauté pressed tofu cubes until golden brown.
- In a large bowl or platter, layer torn romaine lettuce followed by black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, chopped dates, crumbled feta (if using), red onion, sliced avocados, and cooked protein.
- Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving; toss gently to combine.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
- Adjust the level of creaminess by varying the amount of dressing.
- It can be served chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and cooking
- Cuisine: Santa Fe
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg