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Black Bean Salad

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Black Bean Salad Recipe
Black Bean Salad Recipe

This black bean salad recipe makes a yummy side dish or vegan/ vegetarian main dish that is so simple, flavorful and satisfying!

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This one has that hunger crushing combo, in plant-based fashion: protein and fiber. So it is super filling and also very delicious.

Cold salads like this appeal most to me in the the warmer temperatures, but you can totally enjoy this any time of year!

How to make black bean salad

First, gather your ingredients.

Ingredients

For tastiest results, always use the best quality ingredients you have access to.

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To make this black bean salad recipe, you will need the following:

  • canned black beans
  • corn kernels – fresh or canned
  • cherry tomatoes
  • avocado
  • red onion
  • cilantro
  • olive oil
  • lime juice
  • red wine vinegar
  • garlic powder
  • cumin
  • salt and pepper

Assembling black bean salad

Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl.

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In a smaller bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat it all.

pouring dressing on black bean salad ingredients

Top with more chopped cilantro and serve.

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And, even though this is meant to be a salad – of course, tortilla chips are never a bad idea. Because, balance! 😉

hand dipping black bean salad out with a tortilla chip

Storing leftovers

This salad will save well. To store leftovers, refrigerate in a non-metallic air tight container for 3 to 4 days.

More recipes you may enjoy

If you like the looks of this recipe, you may also want to check these other recipes out:

  • Thai salad with peanut dressing
  • Chickpea salad
  • Corn salad with avocado, tomato and lime
  • Tortellini pasta salad
  • Tomato, cucumber and avocado salad
  • Lentil salad

Also, be sure and check out these archived recipe categories: vegan recipes, side dishes, salads

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Black Bean Salad

This black bean salad recipe makes a yummy side dish or vegan/ vegetarian main dish that is so simple, flavorful and satisfying!

Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Vegan
Keyword black bean salad, black bean salad recipe
Prep Time 8 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 334 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

For the salad

  • 2 15 ounce cans black beans – drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups corn kernels – fresh or canned
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes – sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado – peeled seeds removed and diced
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • ¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro – plus more for garnish

For the dressing

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl.
  2. In a smaller bowl, mix together the dressing ingredients.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat it all.
  4. Top with more chopped cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Black Bean Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 10g
Sodium 916mg40%
Potassium 845mg24%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 14g58%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 12g24%
Vitamin A 342IU7%
Vitamin C 22mg27%
Calcium 68mg7%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Chris David says

    July 25, 2022 at 12:42 am

    Its really a nice recipe try this one also

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