Ingredients
– 1 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 avocado, diced
– 1/2 cup sliced black olives
– 1 cup taco meat (ground beef or turkey, seasoned)
– 1 cup salsa
– 1 cup sour cream
– Tortilla chips, for serving
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed
– Large mixing bowl
– Serving dish or platter
– Knife and cutting board
– Measuring cups
– Can opener (if using canned beans and corn)
– Spoon for mixing
Step-by-Step Instructions
Making this salad is as simple as layering your ingredients for a gorgeous presentation! First, start by preparing the base: in my large mixing bowl, I toss the chopped romaine lettuce until it’s nice and fluffy. Then, I spread it evenly over my serving dish. The crispiness of the lettuce is heavenly, and I can already smell the fresh aroma of the veggies gathering. Next, I layer on the black beans, followed by the cherry tomatoes and corn, which adds a lovely sweetness. (See the next page below to continue steps…)