Cowboy Salad

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Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, spicy brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lime juice until smooth and fully combined. Set aside.

  2. Prepare the Salad Components: In a large serving bowl, layer the chopped romaine lettuce. Top with the rinsed corn and black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeño, and diced red onion.

  3. Add the Avocado: Gently dice the avocado and place it in a small bowl. Sprinkle it with the tablespoon of lime juice and toss gently to coat. This step is crucial for preventing the avocado from browning. Add the avocado to the top of the salad.

  4. Finish and Toss: Sprinkle the finely chopped cilantro over everything.

  5. Combine and Rest: Just before serving, pour the prepared dressing over the salad. Toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated. For the best flavor, allow the salad to rest for 15-20 minutes before serving. This lets the flavors meld together beautifully.

  6. Serve: Enjoy this robust salad as a main dish or a powerful side!

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, spicy brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and lime juice until smooth and fully combined. Set aside.

  2. Prepare the Salad Components: In a large serving bowl, layer the chopped romaine lettuce. Top with the rinsed corn and black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeño, and diced red onion.

  3. Add the Avocado: Gently dice the avocado and place it in a small bowl. Sprinkle it with the tablespoon of lime juice and toss gently to coat. This step is crucial for preventing the avocado from browning. Add the avocado to the top of the salad.

  4. Finish and Toss: Sprinkle the finely chopped cilantro over everything.

  5. Combine and Rest: Just before serving, pour the prepared dressing over the salad. Toss thoroughly until everything is evenly coated. For the best flavor, allow the salad to rest for 15-20 minutes before serving. This lets the flavors meld together beautifully.

  6. Serve: Enjoy this robust salad as a main dish or a powerful side!

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