Black Bean And Mandarin Orange Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Black Bean And Mandarin Orange Salad

• Mandarin Orange Segments
• Red Wine Vinegar
• Olive Oil
• Dijon Mustard
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Feta Cheese
• Red Onion
• 1 clove minced garlic
• Black Beans

How to Make Black Bean And Mandarin Orange Salad

1. Drain one 11-ounce can of mandarin oranges, reserving 1/2 tablespoon of the juice per serving.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the reserved mandarin orange juice (approximately 2 tablespoons for a 4-serving recipe), 2 tablespoons lime juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (rinsed and drained), the drained mandarin oranges, 1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta), 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1 clove minced garlic, and gently toss to combine.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately or chill for later.