Spicy Black Bean Spinach Salad

Bold, vibrant, and bursting with flavor, this Spicy Black Bean Spinach Salad is the perfect combination of wholesome ingredients and a zesty kick! Packed with fresh spinach, protein-rich black beans, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper, this salad is elevated by a smoky, citrusy dressing made with lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and a touch of red pepper flakes for heat. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for meal prep or a quick lunch, this gluten-free, vegan salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for an extra pop of color and flavor. A perfect recipe for easy, healthy eating!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Fresh spinach
• 1.5 cups Black beans (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 whole Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 whole Avocado, diced
• 2 stalks Green onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Cumin, ground
• 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh spinach, black beans, diced red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, sliced green onion, and chopped cilantro.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Serve immediately as a fresh and zesty salad. Optionally, garnish with additional chopped cilantro or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra spice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(552.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	152.0

Total Fat 1.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1340.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 12.4g
Protein 8.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260.5mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 972.0mg	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: 10.4%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 68.1%