Black Bean Salad

Black Bean Salad is a vibrant, fresh dish featuring black beans, sweet corn, lime juice, and cilantro, often tossed with red onion, bell peppers, and a simple vinaigrette. It's a staple in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, celebrated for its bright, zesty flavors and satisfying texture. This no-cook salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a quick, healthy side dish.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is a balanced source of plant-based protein and complex carbohydrates from the beans and corn, with very little fat. It's an excellent source of fiber, folate, and antioxidants, and a typical serving contains around 200-250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	12 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Folate	250 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin K	15 mcg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a modern, fresh take on classic Latin American ingredients, often served as a 'salsa' or side. Nutritionally, the combination of beans and corn creates a complete protein, making it a particularly valuable dish for vegetarian diets.