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Fresh Avocado and Black Bean Southwest Salad with lime and cilantro garnish.

Avocado & Black Bean Southwest Salad

  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan (optional)

Description

This Avocado & Black Bean Southwest Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or topping, it’s quick, easy, and customizable to your taste. Enjoy the fresh flavors of avocado, black beans, corn, and a zesty lime dressing in this nutritious and satisfying Southwest-inspired salad.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: Jalapeño, diced, for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Gently dice the avocados and place them in a large bowl. Be careful not to mash them.
  2. Rinse and drain the black beans thoroughly. Add them to the bowl with the avocado.
  3. Add the corn, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl. If using frozen corn, you may want to lightly steam or sauté it first. This also applies if you enjoy the corn cooked.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the avocado black bean salad and gently toss to combine.

Notes

  • Use ripe but firm avocados for the best texture.
  • Gently toss the salad to avoid mashing the avocados.
  • Adjust lime juice, cumin, or salt to your preferences.
  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for a more substantial meal.
  • For longer storage, squeeze extra lime juice over the salad to minimize browning.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes (optional, for corn)
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southwest

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: avocado black bean salad, southwest salad, healthy salad, avocado salad recipe, black bean salad recipe, vegan salad, gluten-free salad, easy salad, quick salad, lime dressing

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