Peruvian Bean Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Peruvian Bean Salad is a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender Peruvian (Canary) beans as the star, this salad is complemented by crisp bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fresh cilantro. The zesty lime-cumin dressing ties everything together with a tangy, smoky flair, while optional crumbled queso fresco adds a delightful touch of creaminess. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for quick lunches, light dinners, or as a versatile side dish to grilled meats or seafood. Healthy, gluten-free, and bursting with Latin-inspired flavors, the Peruvian Bean Salad is as satisfying as it is easy to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked Peruvian beans (Canary beans)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup optional: crumbled queso fresco
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked Peruvian beans, diced red bell pepper, diced yellow bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped fresh cilantro.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Add the diced avocado to the salad and fold gently to avoid mashing the avocado pieces.
If desired, sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the top for an extra layer of creaminess and saltiness.
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld. Give the salad another gentle toss before serving.
Enjoy this Peruvian Bean Salad as a standalone dish, or pair it with grilled chicken, fish, or a fresh loaf of crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.5 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 1655 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 54.2 g | 194% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 67.6 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 817 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 4339 mg | 92% | |
*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.
