TAOS SALAD TOSS 
1 med. head iceburg lettuce, chopped
1 (15 oz.) can red kidney beans, chilled and drained
1 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 c. sliced pitted ripe olives
1 c. avocado dressing
1 tbsp. canned green chili peppers, chopped
2 tbsp. onion, chopped fine
3/4 tsp. chili powder
1 med. tomato, cut into wedges
1 1/2 c. tortilla chips

In a large salad bowl combine lettuce, beans, 1/2 cup cheese, and olives. Combine avocado dressing, green chili peppers, onion, and chili powder; mix well. Spoon dressing in center of salad.

Arrange tomato wedges in a circle atop salad. Top with remaining shredded cheese. Trim edge of bowl with tortilla chips. Before serving, toss lightly to coat vegetables. Makes 8 servings.

 

Recipe Index