Bean salad is a great, healthy main or amazing side dish!
Bean Salad: Mexican-Inspired Dish!
In the first place, full of protein, vitamins, minerals and all the goodness your body needs; bean salad is a great option anytime. Furthermore, this Mexican inspired bean salad can be tweaked to individual taste and preferences. For example, adding diced avocado, or using your favorite homemade salad dressing to suit taste. Moreover, with corn, peppers, onions, and beans; this bean salad is an amazing alternative to plain greens-based salads or chicken salad. As well, with the ingredients easily available, and low prep time; it is a perfect option!
Furthermore, this healthy vegan option is amazing as the main course as the beans are filling, or great as a side dish with any meal! Moreover, the tanginess of the vinegar, with strong citrus from the lime, is balanced excellently with the earthy flavor of the cumin. As well, the subtle heat from the crushed garlic and sweetness from the sugar add further balance to the dish.
In addition, if you love beans, try this amazing Black Bean Soup With Spicy Italian Sausage!
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Furthermore, this healthy vegan option is amazing as the main course as the beans are filling, or great as a side dish with any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounces) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounces) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 – 1 cup fresh corn kernels
- 1 (15 ounces) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 clove crushed garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1/2 tablespoon pepper
- chili sauce (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Preparations
First, in a large bowl, combine the beans, the bell peppers, frozen corn, and red onion.
Next, in a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, salt, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and black pepper.
Furthermore, season to taste with hot sauce and chili powder (to taste).
Lastly, pour olive oil dressing over the vegetables and mix well.
To finish, chill thoroughly, and serve cold.
Lastly, try this healthy bean salad today! Furthermore, it will change the way you look at beans as just a side dish!