No-Cook Black Bean Salad
No-Cook Black Bean Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or busy weeknights. Bursting with protein-rich black beans, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing. In just a few minutes, you can have a nutritious and delicious meal ready to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion and cilantro.
- In a strainer, rinse the canned black beans under cold water until clean.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the black beans with the chopped veggies.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add chili powder or cumin for extra flavor.
- Gently toss everything together until well combined and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg