Spicy Black Bean Salad

Prep 15 min
Total 1 hr 15 min
Ingredients 12
Servings 10

The best summer side dishes are big on flavor. Fresh grilled veggies are great, but sometimes it's fun to try something new, like a black bean salad. This Spicy Black Bean Salad is a perfect summer side dish because you can make it ahead of time, it's easy to transport and is filled with fresh ingredients. It also ramps up the heat for any dish. Serve in a lettuce cup for extra freshness or as a traditional summer side dish to your BBQ's main course. MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

(15 ounce) can black beans, drained

(15 ounce) can canned corn with peppers

red onion, diced

red bell pepper, seeded and diced

avocado, chopped

1/2

cup cilantro, chopped

tablespoons olive oil

tablespoon red wine vinegar

lime, juiced

small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

garlic cloves, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Hide Images

1

In a large bowl, combine black beans, corn, red onion, bell pepper, avocado, cilantro, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, jalapeno, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
2

Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.

Expert Tips

For a spicier salad, do not remove jalapeno seeds before mincing.

Nutrition Information

No nutrition information available for this recipe

More About This Recipe

The best summer side dishes are big on flavor. Fresh grilled veggies are great, but sometimes it's fun to try something new, like a black bean salad. This Spicy Black Bean Salad is a perfect summer side dish because you can make it ahead of time, it's easy to transport and is filled with fresh ingredients. It also ramps up the heat for any dish. Serve in a lettuce cup for extra freshness or as a traditional summer side dish to your BBQ's main course.