Description
Corn and Black Bean Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This easy-to-make salad combines wholesome ingredients like black beans, sweet corn, and colorful bell peppers for a delightful burst of flavor. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a quick lunch, it takes less than 10 minutes to prepare. With its nutritious profile packed with fiber and protein, this salad is not only satisfying but also a healthy choice. Enjoy it on its own, as a side dish, or as a zesty topping for tacos and burritos. Elevate your summer gatherings with this colorful, delicious salad that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can organic black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 jalapeno (finely diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained black beans and corn kernels.
- Dice the red bell pepper and jalapeno; add them to the bowl along with the finely diced red onion and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle fresh lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg