Tex Mex Salad

Yeah, I know, salad. But at least it's one that's full of goodies. And after all it's January, so I know many of you are doing detox, roll-backs, restarts, resets  . . . dare I say diets? Many of you know I don't believe in diets. It's all about moderation to me. So consider this our healthy dish to balance the onset of calorie pumped foods for next week. Don't say I didn't warn you. Back to this salad. It's fresh, crisp and full of healthy stuff. And meatless. Meatless? Yeah, I know - whaaat? It happens. Not often but sometimes that's what the family wants and I give in. My little guy Cole is not a huge meat eater, he loves salads and fruit. I consider myself lucky for that, because my other guy is a picky eater like me and our palates are just a little harder to please. I don't do salads much, but when I do I like ones like this, built on a romaine lettuce and full of texture and crunch. I omitted the meat this time around, but if you need a protein pump, just add some grilled

To make dressing: Place cilantro, vinegar, lime zest, lime juice, yogurt and honey in a blender and process until smooth. With the blender still running, drizzle in olive oil and process until...

Ingredients

• 1 head of romaine lettuce, cut into strips
• 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 3-4 radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 cup corn
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• ¼ cup sliced green onion
• Cilantro Lime Dressing
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons lime zest, about one lime
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil