Mojito Lime Salad
no cooking required and 5 minute prep
Prep & Cook Time: 5-10 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 7 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbsVegetarian
Chef
Nigel Palmer
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 2 Romaine Hearts
- 2 Persian Cucumbers
- 3 oz. Roasted Red Peppers
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3 oz. Chipotle Ranch Dressing
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2 oz. Queso Fresco
- 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
- 1 tsp. Mojito Lime Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) pq1ZG4O5
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Calories410
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Carbohydrates21g
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Net Carbs14g
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Fat33g
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Protein11g
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Sodium920mg
Recipe Steps
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using chicken breasts, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side. Add to salad as desired.
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If using salmon fillets, pat dry, and season flesh side with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Sear salmon, skin side up, until golden brown and salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. Add to salad as desired.
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If using filets mignon, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place a medium non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 tsp. olive oil and cook until steaks reach minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. Rest, 3 minutes. Add to salad as desired.
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If using sirloin, pat dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil. Add steaks to hot pan, and cook until browned and steaks reach minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side. Rest, 3 minutes. Add to salad as desired.
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1 Make the Salad
Thoroughly rinse any fresh produce and pat dry. Hold romaine hearts at root end and chop coarsely. Trim cucumbers and thinly slice into rounds. Toss romaine, cucumbers, seasoning blend (to taste), and roasted red peppers with dressing. Garnish with tortilla strips and queso fresco. Bon appétit!
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