Mexican Black Bean Salad

Mexican Black Bean Salad RECIPE

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Nutritional Info
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 332.7
  • Total Fat: 14.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 225.2 mg
  • Total Carbs: 40.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 13.1 g
  • Protein: 13.1 g

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Introduction

Combine black beans with fresh vegetables to make a fiber-rich vegetarian friendly salad. Combine black beans with fresh vegetables to make a fiber-rich vegetarian friendly salad.

Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
    • 3 scallions (green onions) sliced
    • 2 ripe plum tomatoes, diced
    • 1/3 cup corn, fresh, frozen or canned
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
    • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • minced garlic and/or hot peppers may be added for an extra zesty flavor

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium size bowl and toss gently. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator until serving time.



2. Use this simple recipe as a starting point. Add green or red pepper, parsley, etc. to personalize this salad.



Makes 2 servings (approx 1 1/4 cups each.)


Member Ratings For This Recipe


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    Incredible!
    7 of 7 people found this review helpful
    I just made this! I added 1/2 ouce of cheddar, 1/8 t cayenne pepper, and served it on a whole grain tortilla. What a delicious lunch! I'll definitely make this again! Thank you for sharing! - 3/1/10


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    Incredible!
    4 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Definitely add garlic! Finely chop and let rest ~ 5 min before adding or add salsa for a kick. Thanks. Kath - 6/23/09


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    Very Good
    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
    I've served 1/2 serving of this recipe with grilled chicken or shrimp and tortillas. - 3/19/07


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    Incredible!
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    I've never tried this ,and when i made it OMGit was delicious my husband loved it i also added chicken,garlic and more jalapenos and once served we topped w/tortilla chips my kids also added cheese to theirs..DELICIOUS!!!! THANKS - 5/1/09


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    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Great on a torilla. Makes a complete meal. - 4/25/09