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Southwestern Bean Salad Recipe

Spice up your next Mexican fiesta or Southwestern dinner with this vibrant and flavorful bean salad! A perfect side dish, easily elevated to a hearty main course with the addition of your favorite cooked meat (chicken, beef, or pork!) and shredded cheddar cheese. This refreshing salad is bursting with fresh corn, crisp celery, juicy tomatoes, and zesty Southwestern dressing. Get ready for a taste of the Southwest in every bite!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 208.6 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.5 (14 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southwestern Bean Salad

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How to Make Southwestern Bean Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (drained), and 1 cup frozen corn (thawed).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture.
  4. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld (preferably longer!).
  6. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with extra cilantro or a sprinkle of cotija cheese (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

4g

Carbs

10g

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