- 1 Avocado (diced)
- 1 head Romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or roasted)
- 1 cup Black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1/4 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup Cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup Tortilla strips (for crunch)
- 1/4 cup Fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Required Kitchen Tools
When making the Pasadena Salad, having the right tools on hand makes prep quick and easy. Here’s what I recommend:
- Large Salad Bowl – Perfect for tossing together all the fresh ingredients.
- Sharp Chef’s Knife – For chopping lettuce, slicing onions, and dicing avocado with precision.
- Cutting Board – A sturdy surface for prepping your veggies.
- Small Mixing Bowl – To whisk together the lime dressing.
- Whisk or Fork – To combine olive oil, lime juice, and seasoning smoothly.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons – To keep your ingredient ratios spot on.
- Salad Tongs – For serving and evenly coating the salad with dressing.
Having these simple tools ready will make the salad-making process fast, efficient, and fun.
