Key West Black Bean Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold tropical flavors, Key West Black Bean Salad is the perfect balance of simplicity and zest. This quick and easy recipe combines hearty black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp red bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy lime-cumin dressing. Fresh cilantro and jalapeño add an irresistible kick, while a touch of smoky paprika ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required, this refreshing salad is perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a flavorful topping for tacos and grilled proteins. Serve it chilled or at room temperature and let your taste buds take a vacation to the tropics!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn (frozen or fresh, cooked)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• 1 small Jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
• 1 medium Lime (juiced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cooked corn, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.

Step 2

Add the chopped cilantro and finely chopped jalapeño to the bowl for a pop of freshness and heat.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the black bean mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad one final stir and transfer it to a serving dish. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Key West Black Bean Salad as a side dish, a light lunch, or a topping for tacos or grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1233.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1037.6

Total Fat 35.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3353.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.5g
Protein 42.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2704.6mg	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: 28.8%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 55.6%