Spicy Bean Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and a zesty kick, this Spicy Bean Salad is the perfect mix of wholesome, refreshing, and easy to prepare. Packed with protein-rich black beans, kidney beans, and garbanzo beans, combined with sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a spicy jalapeño twist, this dish is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Tossed in a tangy lime-cumin dressing with hints of chili powder, this salad comes together in just 15 minutes and requires no cooking, making it an ideal option for quick meals, potlucks, or healthy side dishes. Serve it chilled to let the bold flavors meld beautifully, and enjoy a crowd-pleasing salad that's high in fiber, vegan-friendly, and utterly satisfying! Perfect for keywords like "easy bean salad recipe," "spicy side dish," and "healthy summer salads."

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans
• 1 can (15 ounces) Kidney beans
• 1 can (15 ounces) Garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• 1 can (15 ounces) Corn kernels
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Cilantro
• 1 medium Jalapeño pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and corn kernels in a colander. Set aside to let excess water drain completely.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely dice the red onion. Roughly chop the cilantro leaves.

Step 3

Slice the jalapeño pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds for less heat (optional), and finely dice.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, gently toss the salad again and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a side dish or enjoy it on its own for a light, refreshing meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1817.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1626.1

Total Fat 54.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3885.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 255.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.9g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 64.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 572.0mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 3530.5mg	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: 27.8%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 57.7%