Fiesta Salad Recipe

Fiesta Salad is a delicious and colorful salad full of fresh veggies and a simple tangy salad dressing. Perfect for BBQs and potlucks!

Mexican Fiesta Salad Recipe

This bright and fresh salad is bursting with flavors and colors, making it a perfect addition to any gathering or meal. Packed with a variety colors and textures, it’s a fiesta in every bite!

You may be wondering why it’s called “fiesta.” It’s all about the dressing!

A simple dressing of sour cream, lime juice, and salsa, that adds a yummy kick. I even make it and put it on my tacos and quesadillas, it’s THAT good!

You can turn it into a full meal by adding some leftover crock pot taco meat. You can do the same thing with my overnight salad and my 24 hour salad recipe.

Ingredients Needed

Mixed greens – I like to use mixed greens or substitute chopped romaine or fresh spinach.

Tomatoes – I like cherry or grape tomatoes for these.

Black beans – Substitute chickpeas or black eyed peas. Or you can leave out all together.

Corn – I like to use frozen white corn kernels, Mexicorn, or your own grilled fresh corn!

Bell peppers – Use any color bell pepper you like. I prefer red or orange for the sweetness and color.

Onion – Red onion is best as they have a great flavor and color.

Avocado – Substitute guacamole for diced avocado.

Salsa – Use homemade salsa, home made salsa verde, or this pico de gallo recipe.

Dressing ingredients – Sour cream, lime juice, and salsa.

Garnish – Chopped fresh cilantro, lime wedges, extra salsa, and crumbled Cotija cheese.

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How to Make a Fiesta Salad

First: Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl.

Second: In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients. Drizzle dressing over salad, toss to coat.

Third: Garnish with more cilantro, lime wedges, and cotija cheese.

For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please see the recipe card at the end of this post.

How long does it last?

This salad is delicious served the next day so you can make it ahead of time.

Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Give a quick toss before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Tortilla chips, grilled or rotisserie chicken, pork chops, tacos, or a Mexican spaghetti casserole.

Try my other delicious dishes like homemade potato salad, southern baked beans, or sloppy joes!

Tips for No Leftovers

• Wash, dry and tear lettuce leaves or greens for best results.
• Slice your tomatoes in half or in bite size pieces.
• Spice it up with taco sauce and fajita seasoning in the dressing.
• Chop all veggies into similar size pieces for easier mixing.
• Rinse your corn and beans before adding to the salad.
• Make dressing ahead of time and let chill in the fridge for an hour or so for the flavors to develop.
• Prep all the Fiesta salad ingredients ahead of time and combine when ready to serve.
• Garnish with crumbled Cotija cheese or substitute feta or shredded pepper jack cheese.
• Add crunchy toppings like sunflower seeds or tortilla strips.

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This Fiesta Salad recipe is full of fresh ingredients like mixed greens, tomatoes, black beans, corn, avocado, and zesty salsa dressing. Perfect for any party or pot luck!

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