This yummy salad is a great option for those who need something easy for lunch or dinner or could be a great and healthy side dish. It is easy to prepare and can be prepped the night before, just put the dressing in a different container than the rest of the ingredients.

Yield: 6 servings

Prep time: 20 min

Total time: 20 min

Ingredients

• 2-3 medium romaine hearts, chopped
• 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
• ½ to 1 cup frozen corn, thawed,
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes, or halved cherry tomatoes
• ½ to 1 cup peeled and chopped or sliced jicama
• 1 cup chopped cucumbers
• ½ cup shopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup Monterey jack cheese
• Option: diced avocados

Vinaigrette Ingredients

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 to 3 tablespoons honey
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, toss together the salad ingredients
2. Combine all the dressing ingredients together in a jar or blender and shake or blend until combined. Add additional salt and pepper, if needed for taste
3. Pour the dressing on the salad or serve on the side