Fiesta Bean Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, Fiesta Bean Salad is a quick and nutritious dish perfect for any gathering or meal prep. Packed with protein-rich black beans and kidney beans, sweet bursts of corn, and crunchy bell peppers, this fresh salad offers a medley of textures in every bite. Juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño bring a lively tang and a subtle spicy kick, while a fragrant cumin-lime dressing ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled or at room temperature, this versatile recipe is perfect as a light side dish, a taco topping, or even a satisfying vegan main. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or simply craving a healthy, flavorful bite, Fiesta Bean Salad is your go-to for a fresh and festive dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Black beans
- 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Kidney beans
- 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned) Corn kernels
- 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced Orange bell pepper
- 1.5 cups, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium, finely diced Red onion
- 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro leaves
- 1 small, finely diced (optional) Jalapeño
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed, about 1 lime) Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and corn kernels.
Add the diced red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely diced red onion to the bowl.
If desired, add the finely diced jalapeño for a touch of heat.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro leaves over the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a side dish or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.9 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 21323 mg | 927% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1022.4 g | 372% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 365.8 g | 1306% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.2 g | ||
| Protein | 362.1 g | 724% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3182 mg | 245% | |
| Iron | 96.5 mg | 536% | |
| Potassium | 2667 mg | 57% | |
*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.
