Southwestern Black Bean and Hominy Salad

Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Southwestern Black Bean and Hominy Salad is the ultimate quick and healthy side dish or light main course. Featuring hearty black beans and chewy hominy, this salad is packed with plant-based protein and fiber. Crisp bell peppers, zesty jalapeño, and a splash of fresh lime juice add layers of bright, refreshing flavors, while cumin and smoked paprika provide a smoky Southwestern kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a nutritious weeknight meal. Serve it chilled or at room temperature and let its tantalizing flavors transport your taste buds to the Southwest!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz black beans, canned
• 15 oz hominy, canned
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 small jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup cilantro, fresh
• 3 tbsp lime juice, fresh
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned black beans and hominy thoroughly, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the red and green bell peppers into small, even-sized pieces, and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Finely dice the red onion and jalapeño pepper, removing the seeds from the jalapeño if you prefer less heat, then add to the bowl.

Step 4

Chop the fresh cilantro and mix it into the salad base.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or salt to your preference.

Step 8

Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy your vibrant Southwestern Black Bean and Hominy Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1413.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1086.8

Total Fat 35.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4235.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.9g
Protein 38.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 327.6mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 2477.1mg	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: 28.4%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 58.1%