Description
This refreshing Black Bean Salad with Lime Vinaigrette is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a summer gathering or a healthy meal any time of the year.
Ingredients
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Corn:
- 3 ears fresh corn (or 2 1/4 cups frozen or canned corn)
Black Beans:
- 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
Vegetables:
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons minced shallots
Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 9 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Additional:
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
- 2 Hass avocados, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Corn: Boil the fresh corn for 3 to 4 minutes, then cut the kernels off the cobs.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine all ingredients except avocados in a bowl and mix well.
- Chill: Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight.
- Add Avocados: Right before serving, gently mix in the chopped avocados.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and serve at room temperature.
Notes
- If using frozen or canned corn, adjust the quantity accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
