Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing Recipe

Inspired by a Canadian Living Magazine recipe, this vibrant salad is a flavor explosion! We've boosted the seasonings and cut the oil for a lighter, healthier, and incredibly delicious meal (or breakfast!). This quick and easy recipe combines crunchy veggies with protein-packed chickpeas and black beans, all tossed in a tangy chili-lime dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, healthy side dish, or even a surprisingly satisfying breakfast!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 425.3 kcal

Protein 36g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing

1 cup trimmed green beans
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas
1 (15-ounce) can black beans
Orange Bell Pepper
Corn Kernel
Green Onions
Fresh Coriander
Olive Oil
Lime Rind
Lime Juice
Chili Powder
Sugar
Salt
Pepper

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How to Make Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
Add 1 cup of trimmed green beans and cook until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
Drain green beans and immediately rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
Drain and rinse 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas thoroughly.
Drain and rinse 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans thoroughly.
In a large bowl, combine the cooled green beans, chickpeas, and black beans.
Add 1 cup of chopped orange bell pepper, 1 cup of corn kernels (fresh or frozen), and 1/2 cup of chopped red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the chili-lime dressing ingredients (see below).
Pour the dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. Adjust chili powder or lime juice to your preference.
Optional: Add 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper or substitute kidney beans for black beans (or add both!).
Serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing?

Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing?

Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing has approximately 425.3 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing?

The key ingredients for Chickpea And Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing are Green Beans, Chickpeas, Black Beans, Orange Bell Pepper, Corn Kernel, Green Onions. See the full list with measurements above.