Low Carb Corn and Black Bean Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with flavor, this Low Carb Corn and Black Bean Salad is a nutrient-rich delight that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender black beans, sweet bursts of corn, creamy avocado, and vibrant cherry tomatoes, this colorful dish is complemented by the crunch of red bell pepper and the zing of a lime-olive oil dressing. Perfect for meal prepping or serving as a refreshing side salad, it offers a low-carb alternative to heavier options while still brimming with bold Southwestern-inspired flavors. Gluten-free, vegan-friendly, and full of wholesome ingredients, this easy-to-make salad is sure to be your go-to for healthy snacking or effortless entertaining. Serve chilled or at room temperature to let all the fresh flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans
- 1 cup Fresh corn kernels
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 large Avocado
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and drain the black beans in a colander. Allow them to dry as you prepare the other ingredients.
If using fresh corn, carefully cut the kernels off the cob to yield about 1 cup. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely and pat dry.
Chop the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces.
Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and dice the flesh into cubes.
Finely dice the red onion, aiming for uniform small pieces.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters if they are larger in size.
Roughly chop the fresh cilantro.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn kernels, red bell pepper, avocado cubes, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together to ensure an even coating.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.9 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2551 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.8 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.7 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2310 mg | 49% | |
*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.
