Black Bean Corn Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this Black Bean Corn Salad is a refreshing and wholesome side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a light lunch. Packed with protein-rich black beans, crisp sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red bell pepper, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing enhanced with cumin and garlic powder, each bite delivers a delightful balance of tangy, smoky, and fresh flavors. Optional diced avocado adds a creamy touch, making this salad irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes with simple pantry-friendly ingredients, it’s gluten-free, vegan, and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or as a healthy meal prep option. Serve it chilled or at room temperature and watch it disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 cup sweet corn (canned or frozen, thawed)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 small red onion (finely diced)
- 0.5 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 2 whole lime (juiced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 medium avocado (optional, diced)
Instructions
Rinse and drain the canned black beans in a colander to remove excess sodium, then set aside to dry slightly.
If using frozen corn, thaw it completely and pat it dry with a clean paper towel to remove excess moisture. For canned corn, drain and rinse it as well.
Dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves.
If using avocado, dice it into cubes just before serving to prevent browning.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, sweet corn, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl and toss gently until evenly coated.
If desired, carefully fold in the diced avocado to prevent it from mashing.
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.6 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1302 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.9 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g | ||
| Protein | 38.7 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2643 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
