Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad made with black beans, sweet corn, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, avocado, cilantro, and jalapeño if using.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Best served chilled, but can be served at room temperature.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a full meal.
- Use lemon juice if lime is not available.
- Adjust cumin and jalapeño for more or less spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg