Black Bean Corn and Tomato Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Black Bean Corn and Tomato Salad is the perfect go-to dish for any occasion. Loaded with protein-packed black beans, sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a vibrant kick of lime and cilantro, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes. A tangy citrus dressing with a hint of cumin ties everything together for a zesty, refreshing bite. This versatile salad is not only a standout side dish but also makes a wholesome vegan main course or a colorful topping for tacos and wraps. Easy, healthy, and absolutely delicious, this summer-ready salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection!

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 cup Sweet corn kernels (canned or fresh)
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 medium Avocado (diced)
• 3 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, sweet corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 2

Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and diced avocado, being careful not to smash the avocado pieces.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional lime juice, salt, or pepper as needed.

Step 6

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	786.3 grams (786.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	695

Total Fat 31.00g	40%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 809mg	35%
Total Carbohydrate 82.60g	30%
Dietary Fiber 29.50g	105%
Total Sugars 8.20g
Protein 28.60g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1734mg	37%

*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: 38.5%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 45.6%