Jicama Tomato and Black Bean Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with bold flavors, this Jicama Tomato and Black Bean Salad is the perfect blend of crunch and zest for a nutritious side or light main dish. Featuring crisp, juicy jicama, sweet cherry tomatoes, and hearty black beans, this vibrant salad is brought to life with the tang of fresh lime juice, the warmth of ground cumin, and the vibrant kick of optional jalapeño. With only 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it's an easy, healthy choice for busy weeknights, potlucks, or meal prep. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy a dish that's as versatile as it is delicious. Bursting with fiber, plant-based protein, and fresh cilantro-lime flavor, this salad is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their salad game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 1 pound) jicama
- 1.5 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1.5 cups black beans, cooked or canned (rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño (optional), finely chopped
Instructions
Peel the jicama and cut it into small bite-sized cubes (about 1/2 inch). Set aside.
Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Rinse and drain the black beans if using canned beans, and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the mixing bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl as well.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. If using jalapeño, mix it into the dressing for a spicy kick.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well combined.
Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat. This salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
853 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2483 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.6 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.8 g | 178% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2456 mg | 52% | |
*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.
