Description
A vibrant and hearty Cowboy Salad combining fresh vegetables, beans, turkey bacon, and a creamy, smoky BBQ dressing, perfect for a satisfying and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 Head Lettuce (Romaine, chopped)
- 15 oz Beans (black, drained)
- 15 oz Peas (Black Eyed, drained)
- 1 Cup Corn (frozen, thawed and drained)
- 6 Slices Turkey Bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 2 Cups Tomatoes (Cherry, cut in half)
- 1 Cup Cheese (Cheddar, shredded)
- 1 Avocado (chopped)
- 1 Bell Pepper (Red, chopped)
- 1 Jalapeno (seeded and minced)
- 1/2 Onion (red, diced)
- 1 Handful Cilantro (chopped)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1/2 Cup Smokey Sweet BBQ Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, BBQ sauce, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lime juice in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy to create the flavorful dressing.
- Combine base salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the chopped romaine lettuce with drained black beans and black-eyed peas, creating a hearty protein-rich base for the salad.
- Add remaining salad components: Incorporate corn, cooked and chopped turkey bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped avocado, red bell pepper, minced jalapeño, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro into the bowl.
- Toss salad with dressing: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the combined salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated and well mixed for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley to add brightness and a fresh aroma before serving.
Notes
- This salad is perfect for summer barbecues or as a hearty lunch option.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute turkey bacon with smoked tofu or omit it entirely.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh lime juice for best flavor in the dressing.
- To make ahead, keep dressing separate and toss just before serving to maintain freshness.
