Description
Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. This colorful salad combines hearty black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a homemade tangy lime vinaigrette that elevates its flavor profile. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, this salad not only pleases the palate but also packs a nutritional punch. With just 30 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy recipe that can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy it on its own or as a delightful side to grilled meats for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1 (14 fluid ounce) can black beans (drained & rinsed)
- 1 (12 fluid ounce) can corn (drained; fresh corn optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons red onion (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice + zest of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package directions and let cool completely.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, honey, chili powder, and garlic powder until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled rice, diced avocado, black beans, corn, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving or enjoy immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg