Chili Lime Bean Salad
Chili Lime Bean Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, this salad comes together in a flash, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. The zesty lime dressing enhances the natural flavors of chickpeas, black beans, and fresh veggies, creating a delightful medley that can be enjoyed as a standalone meal or as a side dish. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or craving a healthy lunch option, this Chili Lime Bean Salad is sure to please everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeno, finely diced (optional)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, minced
- 1 avocado, cubed
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro (and jalapeno if using).
- In another bowl, whisk together lime zest and juice, olive oil (if using), maple syrup, garlic, cumin, chili powder (or Tajin), smoked paprika, and salt.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Just before serving, gently mix in the cubed avocado.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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