Description
Chili Lime Bean Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that comes together in just minutes, making it the perfect accompaniment for any meal. Bursting with zesty flavors from the chili lime dressing, this salad combines protein-packed beans, sweet corn, and colorful vegetables for a satisfying bite. Ideal for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a quick healthy lunch, this versatile recipe can be customized to suit your taste. Serve it as a main course, with tortilla chips as a dip, or atop tacos for an extra layer of flavor. With its nutritious ingredients and delightful crunch, this salad is sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeno (optional), finely diced
- ¼ cup cilantro, minced
- 1 avocado, cubed
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Various spices (cumin, chili powder)
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno.
- In a separate bowl or cup, whisk together lime juice, maple syrup, cumin, chili powder (or Tajin), smoked paprika, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Just before serving, gently mix in the cubed avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg