Description
Bring a burst of color and flavor to your summer gatherings with this vibrant Corn and Black Bean Salad. A delightful combination of fresh corn, black beans, and zesty lime, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Serve it as a refreshing side dish for barbecues or seafood, or use it as a flavorful filling for tacos and burritos. With just seven simple ingredients and under ten minutes of prep time, you can whip up a nutritious dish that’s sure to impress your guests. Perfect for picnics or potlucks, this salad is a must-have addition to any summer menu!
Ingredients
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- 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
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Fresh black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained black beans, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, jalapeno, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle with fresh lime juice and season with salt and black pepper.
- Gently toss all ingredients until well mixed. Adjust seasoning if desired.
- For enhanced flavor, chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg