Black Bean Salad with Feta and Red Peppers
Bright, fresh, and packed with flavor, this Black Bean Salad with Feta and Red Peppers is a nutritious, no-cook recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights, summer gatherings, or meal prep. Featuring protein-rich black beans, crunchy diced red bell peppers, creamy crumbled feta, and a zesty kick from freshly squeezed lime juice, this vibrant dish is elevated with the earthy warmth of ground cumin and a fresh sprinkle of chopped cilantro. Tossed in a light olive oil dressing, it comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an effortless yet impressive side dish or a satisfying light meal. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for the ultimate healthy, flavor-packed recipe that’s both vegetarian-friendly and gluten-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Black beans (canned, drained, and rinsed)
- 1 large Red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, diced red bell pepper, crumbled feta cheese, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to prepare the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the black bean mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Cover the salad and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.4 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 671 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 440 mg | 9% | |
*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.
