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Zesty Fiesta Bean Salad

This vibrant Zesty Fiesta Bean Salad, bursting with black beans, corn, crispy bell pepper, and creamy avocado comes alive with a punch of cilantro, lime, garlic, and spices. It's a refreshing standalone salad or a perfect tangy accompaniment to tortilla chips.
3
20 min
TOTAL TIME
405
CALORIES
$1.10
PER SERVING
Zesty Fiesta Bean Salad
Directions
7 STEPS
20 min
PREP TIME
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Prepare the salad ingredients - drain and rinse the black beans, if using canned; thaw the corn, if using frozen; dice the red bell pepper and ripe avocado; finely chop the cilantro
2
In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, red bell pepper, avocado, and cilantro.
3
To make the dressing, in a separate smaller bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and cumin powder.
4
Pour the whisked dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
5
Mix everything gently till fully coated with the dressing, being careful not to mash the avocado.
6
Give the salad a quick taste, adjust salt and spices as per preference, if required.
7
Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for flavors to meld.
Health Info
Macros
60g
CARBS
12g
FAT
18g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
MEDITERRANEAN
VEGETARIAN
VEGAN
Frequently Asked Questions
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