Black Bean and Corn Salad
A colorful side salad of black beans, corn, bell peppers, and jalapeno tossed with a cilantro-lime vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 Tbsp olive or vegetable oil
- 1 1/4 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cup corn kernels see note *
- 1 1/2 cup low sodium black beans rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion trimmed and diced 1/4"
- 1/4 cup red pepper seeded and diced 1/4"
- 1/4 cup green pepper seeded and diced 1/4"
- 1/4 cup yellow pepper seeded and diced 1/4"
- 1 Tbsp fresh jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
- 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro leaves chopped
- 1 clove garlic peeled and minced
Instructions
- Combine lime juice, oil, cumin, chili powder and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- Add remaining ingredients. Toss to coat. Serve or cover and refrigerate until needed.
Notes
* Use frozen, thawed corn kernels or fresh corn that has been steamed, roasted, or grilled then cut off of the cob.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gFat: 3.5gSodium: 170mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.