Low Fat Corn and Black Bean Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with wholesome flavors, this low-fat Corn and Black Bean Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for healthy meals and gatherings. Packed with nutrient-rich black beans, crisp red bell peppers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and cilantro, this vibrant salad comes together in just 20 minutes. Tossed with a tangy lime and cumin dressing, every bite is a refreshing balance of smoky, citrusy goodness. It's high in fiber, low in fat, and completely plant-based, making it perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a light yet satisfying dish. Serve this gluten-free salad as a standalone lunch, a side for grilled proteins, or a topping for tacos.
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Ingredients
- 15 oz canned black beans
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 large lime
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by draining and rinsing the canned black beans under cold running water. Set them aside to drain completely.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil and add the frozen corn. Cook for 2-3 minutes until tender, then drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
Step 3
Chop the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces, and finely dice the red onion.
Step 4
Halve the cherry tomatoes and roughly chop the cilantro leaves.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained black beans, cooked corn, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
Step 6
In a small bowl, squeeze the juice of the lime and stir in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Step 7
Pour the lime dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well combined.
Step 8
Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1168.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 890.3 |
| Total Fat 6.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 1.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2766.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 174.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 59.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.3g | |
| Protein 50.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 384.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3926.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories