Description
Corn and Black Bean Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a quick weeknight meal. This salad combines the nuttiness of black beans with the sweetness of corn, all brightened up by fresh vegetables and zesty lime juice. In just under 10 minutes, you can create a colorful and nutritious dish that will impress your family and friends. Serve it on its own, as a taco filling, or alongside grilled meats for a delightful meal that celebrates fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can organic black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno, finely diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the drained black beans and corn kernels.
- Add the diced red bell pepper, jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and season with salt and black pepper.
- Gently toss all ingredients until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg