Guy's Black Bean Salad

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, Guy's Black Bean Salad is a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Packed with hearty black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red bell pepper, this healthy dish bursts with color and nutrition. A touch of diced jalapeño adds just the right kick, while fresh cilantro and a zesty lime-cumin dressing tie it all together with a refreshing, tangy twist. Perfect as a light main course, a crowd-pleasing side dish, or even a topping for tacos, this no-cook recipe takes only 15 minutes to prepare and can be served chilled or at room temperature. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or meal-prepping for the week, this quick and easy black bean salad is a flavorful, gluten-free option that fits any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned black beans
• 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 small jalapeño pepper
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly and add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

If using frozen corn, thaw it beforehand. If using canned corn, drain it. Add the corn to the bowl with the beans.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters, depending on size, and add them to the mixture.

Step 5

Finely dice the red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 6

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl.

Step 7

Remove the seeds from the jalapeño (if a milder flavor is desired), finely dice it, and add to the salad.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lime, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1020.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1034.3

Total Fat 33.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2486.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 42.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283.4mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 3048.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 56.6%