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19) Black bean and corn salad with cilantro-lime dressing

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 15 oz cans of black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups of frozen corn thawed or 2 cups of fresh corn kernels
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes about 3 tbsp
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Add the black beans, corn, bell pepper, onion and cilantro into a large bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  3. Drizzle dressing on salad then toss until all pieces are covered.
  4. Taste and add more salt and/or lime if you think it's necessary.
  5. Chill 15 minutes, or serve right away.