Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Black Bean Salad

Black Bean Salad


INGREDIENTS FOR THE DRESSING:


2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 to 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper


INGREDIENTS FOR THE SALAD:

2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
kernels of 3 ears cooked corn*
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small red onion, chopped
1 avocado, pitted, peeled, and chopped
2 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
2 fresh jalapenos, seeded and minced


* May substitute a 10-ounce package of frozen corn, cooked and drained.


TO PREPARE:

Whisk olive oil, vinegar, lime juice, salt, and pepper until combined. Set aside.
Combine black beans, corn, cilantro, onion, avocado, tomatoes, and jalapenos in a large serving bowl. Toss salad gently to mix. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.

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