Treme-Style BBQ Ranch Salad

Get all your vegetables washed and prepped, cher. In a big serving bowl, layer that crisp lettuce with the tomatoes, avocado, green onions, black beans, and corn.

Add in that jicama for some good crunch - reminds me of the pickled vegetables we used to make at home. Toss in your cheese and sliced chicken.

For the dressing, baby, just whisk together equal parts ranch and barbecue sauce. That's it - simple as can be, but it makes all the difference. (I like to toss some of this dressing with the chicken separately before adding it to the salad)

Top with fresh cilantro and those tortilla strips. You can buy them ready-made or fry up your own corn tortillas if you're feeling ambitious.

Serve with extra dressing on the side so everyone can dress their plate how they like it.