Chopped Mexican Salad

This salad is so versatile.  Here I have it served over chopped romaine lettuce

that I dressed with lime juice, oil, cumin and salt. Then I heaped the chopped

salad on top with a few lime wedges on the side. 

It is a perfect accompaniment to a meaty mexican meal.

I have also served this chopped salad on its own as a side or even as a fun dip 

with some tortilla chips.  

It is easy to make ahead and serves a crowd.

I have traveled with it to many sporting events to feed hungry athletes.

Since it is all vegetables, it is both healthy and refreshing!

As always, 

ENJOY!

INGREDIENTS

Tomato - diced

Avocado - diced

Cucumber - diced

Black Beans(canned) - drained

Corn

Cilantro - chopped

Green Onions - chopped

Salt

lime juice - optional

Jalapeno - optional (chopped)

      I did not include quantities, of each item, because honestly, you can add more or less of your favorites.  My general rule is equal amounts of all the vegetables.  The green onions, cilantro and salt are for added flavoring so add to your own taste.

    In a large bowl add all ingredients but the avocado.  Stir.  Then add avocado and gently stir to mix.