Spicy Black Bean Spinach Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Bold, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Spicy Black Bean Spinach Salad is the perfect combination of wholesome ingredients and a zesty kick! Packed with fresh spinach, protein-rich black beans, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper, this salad is elevated by a smoky, citrusy dressing made with lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of red pepper flakes for heat. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for meal prep or a quick lunch, this gluten-free, vegan salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an extra pop of color and flavor. A perfect recipe for easy, healthy eating!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 6 cups Fresh spinach
• 1.5 cups Black beans (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 whole Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 whole Avocado, diced
• 2 stalks Green onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin, ground
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

📝 Instructions

5 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach, black beans, diced red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, sliced green onion, and chopped cilantro.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.

4. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or pepper to your preference.

5. Serve immediately as a fresh and zesty salad. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped cilantro or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra spice.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (285.0g)

Calories		289
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		18.2 g	23%
	Saturated Fat	2.6 g	13%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		287 mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate		26.5 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	12.0 g	43%
	Total Sugars	4.3 g
Protein		8.6 g	17%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		93 mg	7%
Iron		4.0 mg	22%
Potassium		769 mg	16%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 661 cal (54.0%%)

Protein: 138 cal (11.3%%)

Carbs: 425 cal (34.7%%)