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Black Bean and Corn Salad

A bright, filling salad that holds up well in the fridge.

15 minPrep
NoneCook
4Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 cups corn (frozen and thawed, or fresh)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Steps

  1. Combine the beans, corn, bell pepper, tomatoes, onion, jalapeño and parsley in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk the avocado oil, lime juice and cumin together.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss. Chill 20 minutes before serving if you have time.
Heart-healthy notes

Choose low-sodium beans, or rinse regular canned beans well to wash away some of the sodium. Beans and vegetables add fiber, and avocado oil keeps the fat unsaturated.

Note: Add diced avocado right before serving.
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