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Fiesta Cobb SaladI think I maybe saw a version of this recipe in one of my favorite magazines like Real Simple or Bon Appetit, both of which I always skim for recipes before reading the rest, even if that means reading it backwards. The idea popped back into my mind when I was trying to think of a light homemade and healthy summer dinner to make on Sunday. Plus, I've been on a black bean kick lately--which most likely won't go away-- which I attribute to the taste, the fiber, and the heart healthy benefits (high cholesterol runs in the fam). I was very excited with the way it turned out (except for my inability to discern a head of cabbage from a head of lettuce--hey, they look similar). When I saw the colorful stripes made of a contrast of crunchy (corn), starchy (black beans), fresh (tomatoes), creamy (avocado), and protein-y (fajita seasoned chicken) flavors, I was convinced it was fabulous enough to serve at a fiesta! And, there you have it-- a new dish to serve at your next party. Make a big one on a serving platter, and allow guests to scoop up the ingredients they like best with tongs! Or, serve the ingredients in separate dishes and let guests build their own salad. Or, check out this cute Layered Fiesta Rice Salad. I thought of the idea to layer the salad vertically, but thought it would be difficult to eat in a tall dish. Maybe that's the fun of it. I still love the presentation! Here's how I made the fiesta on a plate: Ingredients
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Optional additions: Queso fresco, onions, green onions, olives, hard boiled eggs (this would make it more Cobb-y), any dressing your heart desires. Perhaps the best thing of all (aside from this tasty creation, and the Beanitos) was that it took me 35 minutes from start to eat! Have a healthy fiesta and munch on this! |
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