Description
A bold, satisfying salad bowl loaded with smoky BBQ pulled pork, charred grilled corn, black beans, and fresh veggies, all topped with creamy ranch dressing. This salad is protein-packed, colorful, and perfect for summer dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
– 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup grilled corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
– 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
– 1/4 cup diced red onion
– 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
For the BBQ Pulled Pork:
– 2 cups cooked pulled pork
– 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
For the Ranch Dressing:
– 1/2 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Optional Toppings:
– Sliced avocado
– Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
– Pickled jalapeños
– Tortilla strips
Instructions
1. Grill or sauté corn in a hot pan until lightly charred. Set aside.
2. In a skillet, warm the pulled pork over medium heat. Stir in BBQ sauce and cook until sticky and caramelized.
3. In a large bowl, lay down the chopped romaine lettuce.
4. Arrange cherry tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onion, and cilantro over the greens.
5. Add pulled pork in the center.
6. Drizzle ranch dressing over the top. Add any optional toppings if desired.
7. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
Keywords: bbq pulled pork salad, grilled corn salad bowl, ranch pulled pork bowl, bbq pork meal prep, southwest salad bowl