Easy Yummy Black Bean Salad

Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, this Easy Yummy Black Bean Salad is the perfect go-to dish for a healthy side or light main course. Packed with protein-rich black beans, sweet corn, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and crisp red bell pepper, this salad delivers both nutrition and irresistible texture. A zesty lime-cumin dressing ties everything together, while an optional sprinkle of cilantro adds a refreshing herbal kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this black bean salad is ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or potlucks. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with grilled chicken or tacos for a versatile, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Black beans
• 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained) Corn kernels
• 1 cup (halved) Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium (diced) Red bell pepper
• 1 cup (diced) Cucumber
• 1 small (finely diced) Red onion
• 1 cup (loosely packed, chopped, optional) Cilantro
• 3 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

If using frozen corn, defrost it by running it under warm water. If using canned corn, drain it well. Add the corn to the bowl with the black beans.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper and cucumber, and finely dice the red onion. Add all the veggies to the mixing bowl.

Step 4

Chop the cilantro, if using, and add it to the bowl for a fresh, herbal flavor boost.

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, black pepper, or lime juice, if needed.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for the flavors to meld together. This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	7180.9 grams (7180.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5951

Total Fat 80.90g	104%
Saturated Fat 4.90g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 20854mg	907%
Total Carbohydrate 999.90g	364%
Dietary Fiber 355.50g	1270%
Total Sugars 75.90g
Protein 353.90g	708%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3053mg	235%
Iron 92mg	513%
Potassium 1628mg	35%

*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: 11.9%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 65.1%