Fresh Orange and Black Bean Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Fresh Orange and Black Bean Salad, a quick and refreshing dish that’s as beautiful as it is satisfying. Packed with protein-rich black beans, juicy citrus segments, and the crunch of red bell pepper, this salad is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. A zesty lime and cumin dressing ties everything together with a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, while chopped cilantro adds an herbal pop. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this salad is a fantastic option for a light lunch, a crowd-pleasing side, or a colorful addition to your next barbecue. Healthy, flavorful, and loaded with antioxidants—this black bean and orange salad is a must-try for anyone craving a burst of freshness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams black beans
- 2 whole oranges
- 1 whole red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 20 grams cilantro
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly under cold water, then set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the oranges, remove any remaining white pith, and cut them into bite-sized segments.
Dice the red bell pepper into small, even pieces and add them to the bowl with the black beans.
Finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Add both to the mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lime, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the components evenly.
Let the salad marinate for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve fresh as a side dish or enjoy it as a light and wholesome meal on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2434 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.3 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 1044 mg | 22% | |
*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.
