Southwestern Avocado and Black Bean Salad

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 min
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients Add to grocery list

• 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves 
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 
• 2 or 3 dashes hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco) 
• 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce 
• 2 avocados, peeled and diced 
• 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed and drained 
• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained 
• 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes 
• About 3/4 cup (3-ounces) grated pepper jack cheese 
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the cilantro, oil, lime juice and hot sauce.
2. In a large serving bowl, add the lettuce, avocado, corn, beans, tomatoes, and cheese. Add the dressing and toss well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

Source: http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/southwestern_avocado_and_black_bean_salad/