Fiesta Bean Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, Fiesta Bean Salad is a quick and nutritious dish perfect for any gathering or meal prep. Packed with protein-rich black beans and kidney beans, sweet bursts of corn, and crunchy bell peppers, this fresh salad offers a medley of textures in every bite. Juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño bring a lively tang and a subtle spicy kick, while a fragrant cumin-lime dressing ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes and served chilled or at room temperature, this versatile recipe is perfect as a light side dish, a taco topping, or even a satisfying vegan main. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or simply craving a healthy, flavorful bite, Fiesta Bean Salad is your go-to for a fresh and festive dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Black beans
• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Kidney beans
• 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned) Corn kernels
• 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced Orange bell pepper
• 1.5 cups, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium, finely diced Red onion
• 0.5 cup, chopped Cilantro leaves
• 1 small, finely diced (optional) Jalapeño
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed, about 1 lime) Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and corn kernels.

Step 2

Add the diced red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely diced red onion to the bowl.

Step 3

If desired, add the finely diced jalapeño for a touch of heat.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro leaves over the mixture.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a side dish or on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	7410.5 grams (7410.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6193

Total Fat 95.90g	123%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 21323mg	927%
Total Carbohydrate 1022.40g	372%
Dietary Fiber 365.80g	1306%
Total Sugars 79.20g
Protein 362.10g	724%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3182mg	245%
Iron 97mg	536%
Potassium 2667mg	57%

*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: 13.5%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 63.9%