Jumping Black Bean Salad

Bursting with bold flavors and refreshing textures, the Jumping Black Bean Salad is your go-to recipe for a vibrant, nutrient-packed meal. This 15-minute wonder combines hearty black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a zesty lime-cumin dressing. Accented with crisp red bell pepper, sharp red onion, and aromatic cilantro, every bite delivers a delightful balance of freshness and spice, especially with the optional jalapeño kick. Perfect as a standalone salad, a taco topping, or a side dish for grilled proteins, this easy, no-cook recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free, vegetarian, and loaded with fiber and antioxidants, making it a healthy crowd-pleaser you’ll turn to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup Sweet corn (canned or fresh, cooked)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 large Avocado (diced)
• 2 medium Lime (juiced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 small Jalapeño (finely diced, optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture in the large bowl. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients in the dressing.

Step 4

If using, add the finely diced jalapeño for a spicy kick and toss again.

Step 5

Just before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado to avoid mashing it.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed (add a pinch more salt or lime juice).

Step 7

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a standalone dish, taco filling, or alongside grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1492.6 grams (1492.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1366

Total Fat 64.60g	83%
Saturated Fat 9.50g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2667mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 172.90g	63%
Dietary Fiber 56.10g	200%
Total Sugars 25.50g
Protein 46.50g	93%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 316mg	24%
Iron 14mg	80%
Potassium 3695mg	79%

*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: 39.8%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 47.4%