Corn and Black Bean Salad (Printable version)
A vibrant mix of sweet corn, black beans, crisp vegetables, and zesty lime dressing.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (about 3-4 ears, or one 15 oz can, drained)
02 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 avocado, diced
07 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1-2 limes)
10 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
12 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - If using fresh corn, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add corn kernels and cook for 2-3 minutes until just tender. Drain and let cool. If using canned or frozen corn, skip this step (thaw frozen corn if needed).
02 - In a large bowl, combine the corn, black beans, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey or agave if using, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
05 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- The lime dressing makes everything taste brighter and more alive than you thought possible
- You can throw it together in under twenty minutes while everything else is still cooking
02 -
- Avocado oxidizes and turns brown quickly once it is dressed, so add it right before serving if you are making this ahead
- The salad tastes significantly better after resting for at least thirty minutes in the refrigerator
03 -
- Grill your corn on the cob first, then cut off the kernels for the most incredible smoky flavor
- Let the salad come to room temperature for about fifteen minutes before serving if you have stored it in the fridge