Crab Corn and Black Bean Salad
Dive into a vibrant medley of flavors with this Crab Corn and Black Bean Salad, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender lump crab meat, sweet bursts of fresh corn, protein-rich black beans, and crisp red bell pepper, this salad combines wholesome ingredients for a satisfying bite. Elevated with zesty lime juice, earthy cumin, and a touch of heat from jalapeño, it’s dressed to impress with a bright and tangy homemade vinaigrette. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is not only quick but also versatile—serve it chilled as a light appetizer, flavorful side dish, or even scoop it up with tortilla chips for a fun, shareable snack. Perfect for summer gatherings or a healthy weeknight meal, this zesty crab salad is sure to delight with its bold flavors and colorful presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fresh lump crab meat
- 1 cup black beans
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 stalks green onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño pepper
Instructions
Rinse and drain the black beans, and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Blanch the corn kernels for 3-5 minutes in boiling water, then drain and let cool.
Chop the red bell pepper into small dice, thinly slice the green onion, and finely chop the cilantro and jalapeño (seed the jalapeño if you prefer less heat).
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the crab meat, corn kernels, red bell pepper, green onion, cilantro, and jalapeño to the black beans in the mixing bowl.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to break the crab meat too much.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a light appetizer, side dish, or with tortilla chips for a fun twist.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 610 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 467 mg | 10% | |
*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.
