Fiesta Tortilla Salad Recipe

Name: Fiesta Tortilla Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small mango, peeled, pitted, diced; 1/2 cup grapefruit juice; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1/2 pasilla chili, stemmed; 2 tablespoons chopped shallot; 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 garlic clove; 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying); 4 6-inch corn tortillas, cut into strips; 3 cups thinly sliced green cabbage; 3 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce; 1 1/2 cups diced peeled pitted mango; 1 cup diced peeled jicama; 3/4 cup chopped red onion; 1 7-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers, drained, diced; 1/3 cup shelled pumpkin seeds, toasted; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1 small mango, peeled, pitted, diced
1/2 cup grapefruit juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 pasilla chili, stemmed
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 garlic clove
2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
4 6-inch corn tortillas, cut into strips
3 cups thinly sliced green cabbage
3 cups thinly sliced iceberg lettuce
1 1/2 cups diced peeled pitted mango
1 cup diced peeled jicama
3/4 cup chopped red onion
1 7-ounce jar roasted red bell peppers, drained, diced
1/3 cup shelled pumpkin seeds, toasted
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1
Blend all ingredients in blender until smooth.
2
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3
Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
4
Working in batches, add tortilla strips and cook until crisp, about 4 minutes per batch.
5
Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels.
6
Combine cabbage, lettuce, mango, jicama, onion, peppers, pumpkin seeds and cilantro in large bowl.
7
Add tortilla strips.
8
Toss with enough dressing to coat.
9
Season with salt and pepper.

1353

kcal

Calories

127

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small mango, peeled, pitted, diced, 1/2 cup grapefruit juice, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/2 pasilla chili, stemmed, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Tortilla Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fiesta Tortilla Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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