Fresh Bean and Corn Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Fresh Bean and Corn Salad, the perfect quick and healthy dish for warm weather gatherings or easy weeknight meals. Packed with protein-rich black beans and kidney beans, sweet canned corn, and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion, this no-cook salad is as flavorful as it is beautiful. A zesty lime and cumin dressing ties it all together, while fresh cilantro adds a burst of irresistible freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled or at room temperature, this crowd-pleaser is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or as a light side dish alongside grilled meats or tacos. Enjoy the ultimate blend of tangy, savory, and refreshing flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz can canned black beans
- 15 oz can canned kidney beans
- 15 oz can canned corn kernels
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 large lime
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned black beans and kidney beans thoroughly under cold water. Set aside to drain further.
Drain the canned corn kernels and set aside.
Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes.
Finely chop the small red onion.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Chop the fresh cilantro finely.
In a large bowl, combine the drained beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, chopped onion, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro.
In a small bowl, squeeze the juice of two large limes and combine with olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture well to create a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is coated evenly.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.8 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5190 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 89.9 g | 321% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 86.4 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 507 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 30.0 mg | 167% | |
| Potassium | 5296 mg | 113% | |
*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.
