Fantastic Mexican Corn and Bean Salad Vegetarian
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Fantastic Mexican Corn and Bean Salad is a vegetarian delight perfect for any occasion! Featuring a zesty blend of sweet corn, hearty black beans, crisp red bell pepper, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado, this dish is elevated by a tangy lime dressing spiced with ground cumin and chili powder. Fresh cilantro and a hint of jalapeño add an irresistible kick, while its quick 15-minute prep time makes it an easy go-to for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Serve this versatile salad as a stand-alone dish, a side, or even as a fresh, healthy dip with tortilla chips. Perfect for summer potlucks, taco nights, or meal prep, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe checks all the boxes for satisfying, wholesome eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup black beans (cooked and rinsed)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 medium red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 small jalapeño pepper (finely minced, seeds removed for less heat, optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 medium avocado (diced)
- 2 large lime (juiced)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
If using frozen corn, thaw it completely. If using fresh corn, cook it lightly in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then cool before using.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn, black beans, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
Add the minced jalapeño pepper and chopped fresh cilantro to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together until well coated.
Gently fold in the diced avocado to prevent it from mashing. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy on its own or with tortilla chips as a dip!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1329 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1334 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.7 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.3 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.3 g | ||
| Protein | 35.1 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3456 mg | 74% | |
*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.
