Southwestern Black Bean and Corn Salad

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup black beans, cooked and drained (canned is fine, be sure to rinse well)
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels, cooked (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional for heat)
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño if using.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and chili powder to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients well.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Lastly, gently fold in the diced avocado to maintain its shape and texture.
  6. Serve immediately as a fresh, flavorful gluten-free salad or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

If you’re looking for more salad inspiration, “40 Gluten-Free Salad Recipes – Taste of Home” and “Greek Salad – My Gluten Free Guide” provide a wide array of options that might suit your taste:

These links may offer additional help in exploring other recipes and ideas for your gluten-free meal planning.

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