Description
Corn and Black Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This quick and easy recipe requires just 10 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or taco nights. With its delightful combination of sweet corn and hearty black beans, this salad bursts with flavors from fresh lime juice and aromatic cilantro. Whether served as a side dish or a filling in wraps, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering. Enjoy the colorful presentation and healthy ingredients that make this salad not only delicious but also visually appealing.
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 black beans, corn kernels, red bell pepper, jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and sprinkle salt over the top.
- Gently mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if desired.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg