Black Bean Salad
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4.7
Black Bean Salad
Description
The Black Bean Salad recipe uses rinsed canned black beans mixed with corn from a fresh ear or frozen thawed kernels. Cherry or grape tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped cilantro add crispness and herbaceous notes. The dressing combines freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, kosher salt, chili powder, and ground cumin to balance brightness and subtle spice. Avocado is folded in at the end to retain its texture and add richness without overpowering. This salad requires no cooking and comes together quickly by tossing all ingredients gently. It's versatile for serving alongside grilled proteins or as a vegetarian option.
The texture contrasts between creamy avocado, crisp vegetables, and tender beans create a pleasant mouthfeel. The seasoning layers a smoky, slightly spicy undertone from chili powder and earthy cumin.
The salad keeps well refrigerated and should be consumed within two days for freshness, as noted in the recipe notes.
Ingredients
- 15 oz black beans rinsed and drained, canned
- 1 cup corn 1 large ear of sweet corn or 1 cup defrosted frozen corn
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved or grape tomato
- 1 cup red bell pepper chopped
- 1/2 cup onion red, chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- lime juice juice of 1 1/2 limes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 avocado pitted, peeled, and chopped, large
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, red pepper, onion, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, chili powder, and cumin. Stir to combine. Gently stir in the avocado and season with additional salt, if necessary. Serve.
Notes
- Keep the salad refrigerated and consume within two days for optimal freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 117 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 6g | |
| Calories | 117kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 397mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 356mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1240IU | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 41.3mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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