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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Black Bean and Corn Salad: A Fresh and Easy Summer Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Black Bean and Corn Salad, perfect for summer gatherings and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing

  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.75 teaspoon sea salt

For the Salad

  • 1.5 cups cooked black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1.5 cups fresh corn kernels from 2 ears
  • 1 unit red bell pepper stemmed, seeded, and diced
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro plus more for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, avocado oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
  • Add the black beans, corn, red pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, and red onion and toss to coat.
  • Fold in the cheese and avocado and season to taste. Sprinkle with cilantro leaves and toasted pepitas, if desired.

Notes

This salad can be served cold or at room temperature. Feel free to customize with other vegetables or proteins as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg
Keyword black bean and corn salad, easy recipe, Fresh Ingredients, healthy salad, summer salad, vegetarian
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