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Easy Black Bean Corn Salad Recipe

black bean corn salad
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These 5 black bean and corn salad recipes are fresh, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or light lunch, they’re a healthy and delicious way to enjoy summer’s bounty.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained (or 2 cups fresh or frozen corn)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 avocado, diced

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean and corn mixture and toss to combine.
  4. If using, gently fold in the diced avocado.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

Serve with tortilla chips for dipping, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/black-bean-corn-salad/