Refreshing Southwest Salad

This yummy salad is usually a regular part of the spread at family get togethers. It is a simple solution for eating healthier and the best part is, you don't have to sacrifice flavor!

Ingredients needed:

2 heads romaine lettuce, washed, dried and chopped

1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

1 orange bell pepper, seeded and chopped

2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed

2 cans red beans, drained and rinsed

2 cans sweet yellow corn drained

6 roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped

For dressing mix in a liquid measuring cup:

3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon tarragon

1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper

1-2 teaspoons kosher salt(to taste)

Combine all of the vegetables and beans in a large salad bowl. Then drizzle the salad dressing over the top and mix to evenly distribute the dressing throughout.

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