Description
Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a refreshing side to any meal. This salad combines creamy avocado, hearty black beans, and sweet corn for a delightful mix of textures and flavors. Tossed in a homemade tangy lime vinaigrette, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or last-minute entertaining. Packed with healthy fats and fiber, it’s not only delicious but also good for you. Serve it as a light lunch, side dish, or even as a topping for grilled meats – the possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 avocado (diced)
- 1 can black beans (14 fluid ounces, drained & rinsed)
- 1 can corn (12 fluid ounces, drained) or fresh corn
- 1–2 tablespoons chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Olive oil
- Lime juice and zest
- Honey
- Chili powder
- Garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package directions; let cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice and zest, honey, chili powder, and garlic powder until combined.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled rice with diced avocado, black beans, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
- Pour dressing over the mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg