Black Bean Corn Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, this Black Bean Corn Salad is a refreshing and wholesome side dish that's perfect for summer gatherings, meal prep, or a light lunch. Packed with protein-rich black beans, crisp sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red bell pepper, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing enhanced with cumin and garlic powder, each bite delivers a delightful balance of tangy, smoky, and fresh flavors. Optional diced avocado adds a creamy touch, making this salad irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes with simple pantry-friendly ingredients, it’s gluten-free, vegan, and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or as a healthy meal prep option. Serve it chilled or at room temperature and watch it disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

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 (canned or frozen, thawed)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 small red onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup cilantro (chopped)
• 2 whole lime (juiced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 medium avocado (optional, diced)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned black beans in a colander to remove excess sodium, then set aside to dry slightly.

Step 2

If using frozen corn, thaw it completely and pat it dry with a clean paper towel to remove excess moisture. For canned corn, drain and rinse it as well.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.

Step 4

Finely dice the red onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves.

Step 5

If using avocado, dice it into cubes just before serving to prevent browning.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl and toss gently until evenly coated.

Step 9

If desired, carefully fold in the diced avocado to prevent it from mashing.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1268.8 grams (1268.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	968

Total Fat 34.60g	44%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1302mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 143.30g	52%
Dietary Fiber 40.90g	146%
Total Sugars 30.00g
Protein 38.70g	77%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 2643mg	56%

*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: 30.0%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 55.1%