Description
A vibrant and flavorful salad featuring black beans, corn, and a zesty dressing that brings a taste of the Southwest to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, fresh or frozen
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
- Feel free to add avocado or cheese for extra creaminess.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less jalapeño.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Spicy Southwest Black Bean Salad, Black Bean Salad, Vegan Salad, Healthy Salad