Southwestern Black Bean Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Southwestern Black Bean Salad is a quick, no-cook dish perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings. Packed with protein-rich black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing, this salad brings the bold taste of the Southwest to your table in just 15 minutes. A hint of jalapeño adds optional spice, while cumin and chili powder tie the flavors together in a smoky-sweet harmony. Serve it as a refreshing side dish, a hearty main course, or pair it with tortilla chips for a delicious appetizer. This versatile salad is not only vibrant and nutritious but also perfect for meal prep or a crowd-pleasing picnic dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Black beans, cooked or canned (drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large Avocado, diced
• 1 small Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 small Jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp Fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Chili powder
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, avocado, red onion, and jalapeño (if using).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until well combined.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top and give the salad one last gentle toss.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Enjoy as a standalone salad, with tortilla chips, or as a filling for tacos or wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1334.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1377.3

Total Fat 77.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2062.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.1g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 40.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 282.7mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 3473.4mg	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: 47.6%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 41.3%