This black bean corn salad is so addictive, good, easy, flavorful and loaded with vegetables! It makes a great side dish, appetizer, and healthy snack.
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Total Time 15 minutesminutes
Calories
Author Divas Can Cook
Ingredients
11ozsweet corndrained (I use Mexican steamed canned corn or fresh grilled corn)
15ozblack beansrinsed & drained (l used Bush low-sodium canned black beans)
1green bell pepperdiced
1red bell pepperdiced
1small red oniondiced
1pintgrape tomatoesdiced
2-3clovesgarlicminced
2-3Tablespoonsfresh cilantrochopped
1avocadodiced (optional)
CHILI LIME DRESSING
1 1/2Tablespoonfresh lime juice
1/2teaspoonolive oil
1teaspoonchili powdercan add more
1teaspoonsalt
Pinchof cumin
Instructions
Add beans and vegetables to a large bowl.
Stir to combine.
Mix the chili lime dressing ingredients together in a small bowl.
Add dressing to salad.
Toss to combine.
Refrigerate for at least an hour.
Serve.
(Add diced avocado drizzles with lime juice before serving if desired.)
Notes
~TIPS~
Flavors will intensify as it sits!
Use grilled corn for a smokey taste
Serve as an appetizer with tortilla chips, placed on top of grilled meats, or as a side dish instead of a salad.