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This is one of my favorite entree salads. For a flavor lift, sprinkle the
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salad with 1 tsp. soy sauce and a healthy pinch of cayenne pepper. You can serve it
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with your favorite dressing or possibly the oil and lime combination offered here.
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10 ounce mixed greens or possibly field greens
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1 lrg tomato, diced
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1 x (15-oz) can black beans, rinsed and liquid removed
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1/2 x red bell pepper, seeded and minced
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1/2 x green bell pepper, seeded and minced
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1 c. shredded cheddar or possibly Monterey jack cheese (or possibly a premixed combination, 4 ounces)
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1 c. frzn corn kernels, thawed, or possibly kernels from 2 ears fresh corn
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1/3 c. pumpkin seeds, toasted (see note)
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1/3 c. minced fresh cilantro
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1 c. baked tortilla chips, crushed
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1/4 c. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil (optional)
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Juice of 1 fresh lime (optional)
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Salt and freshly grnd black pepper, to taste
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