Black Bean Salad with Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and packed with vibrant flavors, this Black Bean Salad with Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette is a healthy, no-cook dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring protein-rich black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red bell pepper, and creamy avocado, this salad bursts with color and texture. The tangy lime cilantro vinaigrette, infused with garlic, cumin, and a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist), ties the ingredients together into a harmonious blend. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal as a refreshing side dish, light lunch, or summer barbecue staple. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and easy to customize—making it a crowd-pleaser you’ll return to again and again!
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Ingredients
- 15 oz Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Corn kernels (frozen or fresh)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 large Avocado, diced
- 3 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Toss gently to combine.
Step 2
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 3
Pour the vinaigrette over the black bean mixture and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 4
Gently fold in the diced avocado to avoid mashing it.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper to taste.
Step 6
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1304.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1381.7 |
| Total Fat 77.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 856.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 153.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 50.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.0g | |
| Protein 40.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 267.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3406.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories