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    Hummusapien Β» Recipes Β» Salads Β» Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

    ★★★★★ from 8 reviews

    Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

    Published Apr 7, 2016 Β· Modified May 25, 2022 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 28 Comments

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    When I dive into a salad, I want it to be fully loaded with crunchy crisp things, creamy things, salty things, sweet things...basically all the things.

    Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

    No limp lettuce with disappointing dressing for this chick. Salads get a bad rep because more often than not, they aren't satisfying. They're boring. They're not a meal. They're...dare I say....WIMPY.

    But a salad is such a magical foundation of health for just about anything. I mean it's basically a sandwich without the bread. Pasta without the noodles. K I went overboard.

    The point is that salads need oomph. Just like you wouldn't want a sandwich that's only bread or noodles with a boring sauce, you most definitely aren't going to run home to your refrigerator to whip up a salad unless it's balanced, delish, and exciting. Correct? Correct.

    Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

    So play with different textures and flavors! Add color. Add contrast. You may not have thought of putting mango in this salad or a touch of maple syrup in the savory dressing, but you wouldn't believe what a touch of sweetness does to balance out the palate. The sweet mango, crunchy bell peppers, protein-packed beans, tangy hummus dressing (how fun is that?), and creamy avocado come together to create a seriously delectable salad that's actually...wait for it...CRAVEABLE.

    Lettuce chat (pun intended) about what sparked the idea of this sensational salad. Food Should Taste Good (which you probably know from their yumtastical chips) just released a new collection of hummus that is so gosh darn packed with flavor and creaminess that I honestly almost (I just wrote almond instead of almost) can't handle it.

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    Between the spot-on unique flavors and the super smooth texture, I don't know what's more remarkable about it---the flavah flave or the consistency. I think it's a tie. The Black Bean Hummus is made with lime adobo and topped with tomatillo salsa verde, so naturally as soon as I tasted it, I knew it was destined to be turned into a dressing for Mexican-inspired chopped salad. Duh, right?

    There are a bunch of intriguing flavors, but my favorite to eat straight up was hands down the Chickpea Lentil Hummus made with vindaloo curry and topped with mint chutney. What makes this hummus difference from other hummus I've tried is the unique flavor blends. We're not talking garlic or roasted red pepper. We're talking innovative add-ins like curry, ginger, togarashi spice, edamame, Herbs de Provence, and caramelized onions. I mean are you drooling yet?!

    Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

    Seriously stellar.

    I kind of went to town on these. Then I went so far as to crumble their new Pinto Bean Multigrain Bean Chips on top of this very salad for crunchy saltiness (don't fall out of your chair) I was just like....OMG DEAD.

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    Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

    ★★★★★ 5 from 8 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph, MS, RD, LD
    • Prep Time: 15 mins
    • Total Time: 15 mins
    • Yield: 4 1x
    • Category: Salad
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    Description

    This refreshing salad is packed with flavor, fiber, and crunch from the crisp mango, black beans, peppers, tomatoes, and a creamy avocado hummus dressing.


    Ingredients

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    For the salad:

    • 2 heads romaine, chopped
    • 1-15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
    • ½ bunch green onions, chopped
    • 1 mango, diced
    • 1 bell pepper, diced
    • 1 large tomato, chopped (or a handful cherry tomatoes)
    • ½ avocado, diced

    For the dressing:

    • ¼ cup Food Should Taste Good Black Bean Hummus
    • ½ avocado
    • ⅓ cup cilantro
    • 2 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
    • Freshly ground pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    1. Place the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
    2. If serving immediately, add dressing and toss to combine. If saving some for later, place salad in serving bowls and top with desired amount of dressing.


    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: ¼ recipe
    • Calories: 298
    • Sugar: 18g
    • Sodium: 375mg
    • Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
    • Carbohydrates: 43g
    • Fiber: 13g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg

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    Mexican Chopped Salad with Zesty Hummus Dressing

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    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. oporthodontics says

      February 03, 2019 at 7:13 pm

      It is perfect time to make some plans for the future and it
      is time to be happy. I have read this post and if I could I want to
      suggest you few interesting things or tips. Maybe you can write next articles referring
      to this article. I wish to read more things about it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    2. oporthodontics says

      February 03, 2019 at 7:13 pm

      It is perfect time to make some plans for the future and it
      is time to be happy. I have read this post and if I could I want to
      suggest you few interesting things or tips. Maybe you can write next articles referring
      to this article. I wish to read more things about it!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. Tina says

      April 11, 2016 at 8:10 am

      Holy Goodness! Another wonderful salad idea that I am excited to make for lunch this week. Thank you!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        April 12, 2016 at 9:25 pm

        Enjoy!!

        Reply
    4. Tina says

      April 11, 2016 at 8:10 am

      Holy Goodness! Another wonderful salad idea that I am excited to make for lunch this week. Thank you!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        April 12, 2016 at 9:25 pm

        Enjoy!!

        Reply
    5. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

      April 10, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      Gimme all the Mexican things! Loving all the colors and textures here. I say the more things on a salad, the better. Also need that hummus ASAP!!!!

      Reply
    6. Emilie @ Emilie Eats says

      April 10, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      Gimme all the Mexican things! Loving all the colors and textures here. I say the more things on a salad, the better. Also need that hummus ASAP!!!!

      Reply
    7. masala girl says

      April 08, 2016 at 9:47 pm

      um, i'm drooling! i want that hummus! i'll be on the lookout πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    8. masala girl says

      April 08, 2016 at 9:47 pm

      um, i'm drooling! i want that hummus! i'll be on the lookout πŸ™‚ πŸ™‚

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    9. Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says

      April 07, 2016 at 7:03 pm

      That dressing sounds incredible! I love Food Should Taste Good, so I'm definitely trying it out asap!

      Reply
    10. Alexa [fooduzzi.com] says

      April 07, 2016 at 7:03 pm

      That dressing sounds incredible! I love Food Should Taste Good, so I'm definitely trying it out asap!

      Reply
    11. Libby says

      April 07, 2016 at 5:12 pm

      Looks delicious!! Where can I find the hummus?

      Reply
    12. Libby says

      April 07, 2016 at 5:12 pm

      Looks delicious!! Where can I find the hummus?

      Reply
    13. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

      April 07, 2016 at 2:42 pm

      This salad looks amazing and the dressing is a must try. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    14. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

      April 07, 2016 at 2:42 pm

      This salad looks amazing and the dressing is a must try. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    15. Beverley @ Born to Sweat says

      April 07, 2016 at 2:25 pm

      that is the very reason i LOVE mexican salads. there is always a ton of toppings on there.
      the black bean hummus would be a perfect addition for the dressing since black beans are basically the HEART of any good Mexican dish. Looks amazing

      Reply
    16. Beverley @ Born to Sweat says

      April 07, 2016 at 2:25 pm

      that is the very reason i LOVE mexican salads. there is always a ton of toppings on there.
      the black bean hummus would be a perfect addition for the dressing since black beans are basically the HEART of any good Mexican dish. Looks amazing

      Reply
    17. Christina says

      April 07, 2016 at 11:38 am

      This is legit my go-to salad/dinner. I always seem to have these ingredients on-hand! That hummus sounds amazeballs and I need it asap. 1 salad to-go plz thx.

      Reply
    18. Christina says

      April 07, 2016 at 11:38 am

      This is legit my go-to salad/dinner. I always seem to have these ingredients on-hand! That hummus sounds amazeballs and I need it asap. 1 salad to-go plz thx.

      Reply
    19. Jenni Schaffer says

      April 07, 2016 at 10:53 am

      OMG -- GOR-geous......can't wait to make this!!!

      Reply
    20. Jenni Schaffer says

      April 07, 2016 at 10:53 am

      OMG -- GOR-geous......can't wait to make this!!!

      Reply
    21. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says

      April 07, 2016 at 8:03 am

      I'm the same way with salads, they have to have all of the things!! I LOVE all of the flavors in this salad, and Food Should Taste Good is the best. Thank you so much for sharing! <3

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    22. Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says

      April 07, 2016 at 8:03 am

      I'm the same way with salads, they have to have all of the things!! I LOVE all of the flavors in this salad, and Food Should Taste Good is the best. Thank you so much for sharing! <3

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    23. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      April 07, 2016 at 11:52 am

      salad can be a total meal material..i think its all about crunch and taste that needs to be in the spotlight πŸ™‚ i have not tried this brand of hummus..but if hummus queen is recommending it, i know its stellar!

      Reply
    24. dixya | food, pleasure, and health says

      April 07, 2016 at 11:52 am

      salad can be a total meal material..i think its all about crunch and taste that needs to be in the spotlight πŸ™‚ i have not tried this brand of hummus..but if hummus queen is recommending it, i know its stellar!

      Reply
    25. Dietitian Jess says

      April 07, 2016 at 7:43 am

      This looks so bright and fresh- and delicious! I'm so ready for salad season and lots of fresh produce.

      Reply
    26. Dietitian Jess says

      April 07, 2016 at 7:43 am

      This looks so bright and fresh- and delicious! I'm so ready for salad season and lots of fresh produce.

      Reply

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