Seven-Layer Southwestern Salad

Seven-Layer Southwestern Salad
(Recipe by Aryann Aird)

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 C. sour cream
• 3/4 C. thick and chunky salsa
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 1/2 C. thinly sliced green onions with tops
• 1 pkg (16 oz) iceberg lettuce salad mix (10 cups)
• 1 C. (4 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 1/2 C. corn chips

Directions
1. In small bowl, combine sour cream and salsa; mix well and set aside.2. Drain and rinse beans. Dice bell pepper and tomatoes; thinly slice green onions. Layer beans, bell pepper, lettuce, tomatoes, and green onions in large serving dish.
3. Spoon sour cream mixture over top, spreading evenly. Grate cheese over top. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Top with corn chips, if desired, and serve.

Yield: 8 servings