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Southwest Corn and Black Bean Salad


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and hearty salad featuring sweet corn, black beans, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Corn (Fresh or Frozen)
  • 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
  • ½ small Red Onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Rinse black beans and dice other vegetables.
  2. Mix the Veggies: Combine beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes in a bowl.
  3. Whip Up the Dressing: Whisk lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle dressing over salad and mix gently.
  5. Add Fresh Cilantro: Fold in chopped cilantro.
  6. Let It Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Stir before serving and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Notes

This salad is versatile and can be served as a side dish or a filling for tacos. It can be made ahead of time for best flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: salad, corn, black beans, summer salad, healthy recipe