Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad combining black beans, corn, and colorful peppers, dressed in a zesty lime vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 can black beans
- 1/2 cup onion (red or green onions)
- 1 cup chopped sweet peppers
- 1/2 cup of cilantro, chopped (can substitute parsley or basil)
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Dash of black pepper or cayenne powder (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the corn according to the directions if using frozen corn. Let cool.
- Drain and rinse the black beans, and add them to a large mixing bowl.
- Add corn, peppers, onions, and cilantro to the bowl and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, garlic, salt, and chili powder to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Place the salad in an air-tight container and refrigerate until ready to eat. Prepare it the night before for the flavors to meld.
Notes
Adjust ingredients, and feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like avocado or diced jalapeños for an extra kick. Best enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg