Low Carb Fresh Bean and Corn Salad

Bright, zesty, and brimming with fresh flavors, this Low Carb Fresh Bean and Corn Salad is the perfect healthy side dish or light appetizer. Crisp, blanched green beans and tender baby corn are paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy red bell pepper, and a touch of red onion for a refreshing burst of texture. Tossed in a vibrant lime juice dressing infused with garlic, cumin, and fresh cilantro, this salad delivers an irresistible combination of tangy and savory notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy low-carb recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, summer gatherings, or meal prep. Serve it as a colorful companion to grilled proteins or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome, flavor-packed bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams fresh green beans
• 1 cup baby corn
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 250 grams cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small garlic clove
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by trimming the ends of the fresh green beans and cutting them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the green beans, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until blanched yet still crisp.

Step 3

Drain the green beans and immediately transfer them to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. This will preserve their bright color and crispness.

Step 4

Drain the baby corn and cut them into small, bite-size pieces if necessary.

Step 5

Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion.

Step 6

Halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 7

Chop the fresh cilantro coarsely.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic clove, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 9

In a large mixing bowl, combine the blanched green beans, baby corn, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.

Step 10

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently until well-coated with the dressing.

Step 11

Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Step 12

Serve as a light appetizer or a side dish, perfect for a low-carb diet.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(861.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	471.3

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1229.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 24.6g
Protein 10.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 179.8mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1700.0mg	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: 51.9%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 40.3%