Description
A vibrant and flavorful Mexican Bean Salad, perfect as a refreshing side dish or a hearty main, packed with beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn, fresh or canned
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the black beans under cold water.
- Dice the tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion finely.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the beans, corn, diced vegetables, and cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, and chili powder. Pour it over the salad and toss gently.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing until evenly distributed.
- Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Freshness of the ingredients is key for the best flavor. Consider optional substitutions like chickpeas for beans or avocado for corn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mexican Bean Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Recipe, Summer Salad, Quick Recipe