#partysalad

This vibrant and refreshing salad is the perfect addition to your Cinco de Mayo fiestas. The zesty salsa verde dressing adds a burst of flavor to the fresh ingredients, making it a delightful and healthy choice for your celebration.

Ingredients: 2 cups mixed greens. 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup roasted corn kernels. 1/4 cup black beans, drained and rinsed. 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese. 1/4 cup tortilla strips. 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. 1/4 cup salsa verde. 2 tablespoons sour cream. 1 lime, juiced. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, roasted corn, black beans, cheddar cheese, and tortilla strips. In a small bowl, whisk together the salsa verde, sour cream, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well coated. Top the salad with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately and enjoy your Cinco de Mayo Salsa Verde Salad!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

This salad is great for a quick meal or as a side dish at a party because it combines the flavors of pizza and pasta in a delicious way. It's easy to make, colorful, and tasty!

Ingredients: 8 oz rotini pasta. 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved. 1/2 cup sliced black olives. 1/2 cup diced bell peppers. 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni. 1/4 cup diced red onions. 1/4 cup diced mozzarella cheese. 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese. 1/3 cup Italian dressing. Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions: Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, black olives, bell peppers, pepperoni, red onions, mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. Add the Italian dressing to the bowl and toss everything together until well combined. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the salad and gently toss again. Refrigerate the pizza pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes