Southwestern Bean Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Southwestern Bean Salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with protein-rich black beans and kidney beans, sweet corn kernels, crunchy bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro, this salad is a true celebration of fresh ingredients. The zesty lime-cumin dressing, infused with the warmth of chili powder, ties everything together with a bright and smoky kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly option. Whether served as a stand-alone dish, paired with tortilla chips, or as a flavorful side to grilled favorites, this chilled bean salad is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Don’t forget to add creamy avocado for an optional touch of indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) kidney beans
• 15 oz (1 can, drained) corn kernels
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 1 small, finely chopped red onion
• 1.5 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large, diced (optional) avocado

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and corn kernels.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, green bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

If desired, gently fold in the diced avocado just before serving to avoid it becoming overly mushy.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or chili powder based on preference.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature. This salad pairs well with tortilla chips or as a side to grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(7619.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6411.0

Total Fat 111.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 21286.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1047.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 378.9g	0%
Total Sugars 83.3g
Protein 365.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3155.5mg	0%
Iron 96.4mg	0%
Potassium 3262.6mg	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: 15.0%

Protein: 22.0%

Carbs: 63.0%