Description
Corn and Black Bean Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals. With its colorful medley of fresh ingredients, this salad offers a delightful crunch and zesty flavor that elevates any meal. Whether served as a side dish or used as a refreshing taco topping, it’s quick to prepare, taking less than 10 minutes! Packed with fiber and nutrients, this easy recipe is not only delicious but also supports healthy eating without sacrificing taste. Enjoy this salad at barbecues, picnics, or as part of your meal prep for the week.
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 black beans and corn.
- Add the diced red bell pepper, jalapeno, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice and season with salt and black pepper.
- Gently mix all ingredients until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg