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black bean salad

A refreshing and nutritious black bean salad packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 cups canned black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup corn canned or frozen
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup cilantro chopped
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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