Description
This Southwest Corn & Black Bean Salad is bursting with bold flavors — a colorful mix of corn, black beans, peppers, and avocado tossed in a zesty lime-cilantro dressing. It’s fresh, hearty, and perfect for everything from tacos to summer barbecues.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or roasted)
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 avocado, diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion, avocado, jalapeño, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Chill for 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
6. Serve as a side dish, taco filling, or with tortilla chips.
Notes
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
Use roasted corn for a smoky flavor.
Perfect for meal prep — stays fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Southwest
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg