Ensalada de Espinazo

Ensalada de Espinazo is a vibrant vegan Mexican salad featuring a medley of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and a zesty lime dressing. This dish is not only refreshing but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.

Ensalada de Espinazo
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Spinach - 100 grams
  • Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
  • Tomato - 1 large, diced
  • Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
  • Black beans - 1 cup, cooked and drained
  • Corn - 1/2 cup, cooked (or canned, drained)
  • Avocado - 1 medium, diced
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the spinach, cucumber, tomato, red onion, black beans, corn, and avocado.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top and serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 12 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 320 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from spinach and tomatoes which support immune health.
  • High in fiber from beans and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

Tags

MexicanVeganSalad