Low Sodium Corn and Black Bean Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with zesty flavor, this Low Sodium Corn and Black Bean Salad is the ultimate healthy side dish or light meal. Packed with colorful ingredients like crisp fresh corn, creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red bell peppers, it’s as nutritious as it is delicious. The low-sodium canned black beans provide hearty protein and fiber, while a tangy lime and olive oil dressing ties everything together, enhanced with a hint of garlic and freshly chopped cilantro. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this quick and easy salad is perfect for meal prepping, summer cookouts, or a vibrant addition to your weeknight dinner table. Serve it chilled for maximum flavor impact and enjoy a guilt-free, no-fuss dish that’s naturally gluten-free and brimming with wholesome goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz can Canned black beans, low sodium
• 2 cups Fresh corn kernels
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 0.5 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Cilantro leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 clove Garlic, minced

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned black beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium.

Step 2

If using fresh corn, boil the corn kernels in water for 5 minutes. Then drain and allow to cool. If using frozen corn, thaw it at room temperature.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and ground black pepper until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the lime dressing over the mixed vegetables and beans. Gently toss everything together until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Step 6

Add the diced avocado just before serving and gently mix into the salad to avoid mashing it.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the pepper if necessary according to taste preference.

Step 8

Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1221.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1250.9

Total Fat 78.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 242.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.7g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 27.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 176.8mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 3240.0mg	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: 51.1%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 40.8%