Description
This Black Bean Corn Salad Recipe is a vibrant and nutritious side dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to light lunches. Made with a colorful array of fresh ingredients, this salad is not only quick to prepare—in just 15 minutes—but also packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy choice for clean eaters and vegetarians alike. The zesty lime dressing adds a refreshing kick, enhancing the fresh flavors of black beans, corn, and crisp vegetables. Whether you serve it alone or as a complement to your favorite grilled dishes, this salad is sure to impress with its delightful taste and stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained (or 2 cups fresh or frozen corn)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain black beans and corn under cold water.
- Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced vegetables, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg