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Black Bean and Corn Salad

Black Bean and Corn Salad bursts with the summer flavors and colors. This refreshing dish is quick and oh-so-easy to prepare and full of nutritional benefits. And the fusion of crisp, tangy, and savory textures with a fresh and spicy flavor is absolutely mindblowing.
Makes 3-4 cups
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 224kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 2 cups corn (I used fresh corn )
  • 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained (or 1½ cups of freshly cooked black beans)
  • ½ cup green onions, diced
  • ½ fresh jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, diced
  • 2 fresh plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • ½ teaspoon cumin (or more—adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 avocado, peeled, seeded, and cut into chunks

Instructions

  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil, then add the corn and cook for about a minute or two.
  • Immediately drain the water and rinse in cold water. Set aside.
  • Combine the black beans, corn, green onions, jalapeno peppers, bell pepper, red onion, and tomatoes in a large bowl.
  • Add cumin, minced garlic, honey, olive oil, cilantro, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss, then add avocados and chill until serving.

Notes

  • If you grill corn or boil fresh corn on the cob, save the leftovers and cut the corn off the cob for this recipe.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to take it over the top.
  • Please keep in mind that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 150g | Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 557mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1409IU | Vitamin C: 52mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg