Black Bean Salad or Salsa
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Black Bean Salad or Salsa is a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with protein-rich black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, crisp red bell peppers, and a touch of zesty red onion, this recipe is elevated with the freshness of cilantro and an optional kick of jalapeño. Tossed in a tangy lime and cumin dressing, this dish strikes the perfect balance of zest and earthiness. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for meal prep, a healthy side dish, or a party-ready dip served with tortilla chips. This gluten-free, vegan-friendly recipe is a must-have for any gathering or quick weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the black bean and vegetable mixture.
Gently toss everything together until the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if desired.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together (optional but recommended).
Serve as a salad on its own or as a salsa with tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.0 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1134 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.2 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.3 g | 133% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 218 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2429 mg | 52% | |
*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.
