2tsplight Karo syrup(agave or honey as substitutes)
1tspwater(or more to thin)
1/2tspcider vinegar
1/2tsplime juice
1/4tsponion powder
1/4tspgarlic powder
1/2tspdried cilantro
1tspMcCormick hot mexican style chili powder
1/4tspcayenne pepper
1/2tspcumin
Salad
Romaine lettuce
cilantro
red onion
corn
black beans
grape tomatoes
thin sliced carrot
grated cheddar cheese
Mrs. Cubbison's southwest flavor tortilla strips,
Instructions
Dressing
Whisk ingredients together in a medium sized bowl.
Place into an air-tight container and refrigerate to store.
Salad
Assemble the salad to your liking and top with the dressing.
Notes
The salad ingredient proportions are up to you. Corn and beans are a must. I added red onion because I like it. If you can't find the tortilla strips, (near salad croutons in the store), you could substitute spicy Dorito chips.
This recipe makes 4 1/2 tbsp or approximately 2, 1 1/4 fl. oz. servings.
To adjust the recipe to make a larger batch, click on the "2" in the servings in the header above and use the slider to increase the serving size.
Substitute low-fat mayonnaise for full fat. Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Use honey or agave instead of Karo syrup.
Nutrition information is for 1 serving of the salad dressing. Not the salad ingredients.