Vibrant Mexican Bean Fiesta Salad
Savor the bold and refreshing flavors of this Vibrant Mexican Bean Fiesta Salad. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a satisfying side dish, this salad boasts a colorful mix of black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans combined with crunchy bell peppers, sweet corn, and aromatic herbs. Enhanced with a zesty lime and lemon vinaigrette, it's a perfect harmony of taste and texture, providing a nutritious and delicious option for any occasion.
8
Servings
281
Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
black beans
15 ounce (rinsed and drained)
kidney beans
15 ounce (drained)
cannellini beans
15 ounce (drained and rinsed)
green bell pepper
1 (chopped)
red bell pepper
1 (chopped)
frozen corn kernels
10 ounce package (thawed)
red onion
1 (chopped)
olive oil
1/2 cup (none)
red wine vinegar
1/2 cup (none)
fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons (none)
lemon juice
1 tablespoon (none)
white sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
salt
1 tablespoon (none)
crushed garlic
1 clove (none)
fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (chopped)
ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon (none)
ground black pepper
1/2 tablespoon (none)
hot pepper sauce
1 dash (none)
chili powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
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1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans. Ensure they are well-rinsed to remove excess sodium.
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2. Add the chopped green and red bell peppers, thawed corn kernels, and chopped red onion to the bean mixture, tossing gently to combine.
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3. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, and salt until the sugar and salt dissolve.
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4. Stir in the crushed garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, and ground black pepper until well incorporated.
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5. Adjust the dressing with a dash of hot sauce and chili powder to taste, enhancing the salad's heat and flavor.
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6. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad, mixing thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
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7. Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
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8. Serve cold, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Information
12.5g
Fat
42.5g
Carbs
7.5g
Protein
10.5g
Fiber
4.75g
Sugar
600mg
Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vibrant Mexican Bean Fiesta Salad?
It is a bold and refreshing salad featuring a colorful mix of black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans combined with crunchy vegetables and a zesty lime and lemon vinaigrette.
What types of beans are included in this recipe?
The salad uses three types of beans: black beans, kidney beans, and cannellini beans.
How many servings does this salad provide?
This recipe makes approximately 8 servings.
Is the Mexican Bean Fiesta Salad vegetarian?
Yes, this dish is categorized as vegetarian.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, the salad is gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
What vegetables are used in the salad?
The salad includes green bell peppers, red bell peppers, corn kernels, and red onion.
What are the ingredients in the dressing?
The dressing consists of olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, salt, crushed garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, ground black pepper, hot sauce, and chili powder.
How long should the salad be chilled before serving?
The salad should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Can I use frozen corn for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe specifically calls for a 10-ounce package of frozen corn kernels, thawed.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 281 calories.
How much fat is in one serving?
There is 12.5g of fat per serving.
How much protein does this salad provide?
This salad provides 7.5g of protein per serving.
Is this salad high in fiber?
Yes, it is high in fiber, providing 10.5g per serving.
How can I adjust the spiciness of the salad?
You can adjust the heat by adding more or less hot pepper sauce and chili powder to taste.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The primary spices are ground cumin, ground black pepper, and chili powder.
Do I need to rinse the beans?
Yes, the instructions recommend rinsing and draining the beans to remove excess sodium.
What type of vinegar is used in the vinaigrette?
The recipe calls for red wine vinegar.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
There is 4.75g of sugar per serving.
How much sodium is in a serving?
The salad contains 600mg of sodium per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 42.5g of carbohydrates.
Is there any cholesterol in this dish?
The nutritional information indicates 0 cholesterol.
How many individual ingredients are needed?
There are 19 total ingredients required for this recipe.
Is this salad served hot or cold?
This is a chilled salad and should be served cold.
What type of oil is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of olive oil.
What is the recommended garnish?
You can garnish the salad with additional fresh cilantro if desired.
Is this salad suitable for a picnic or potluck?
Yes, it is described as a perfect option for picnics and potlucks.
How much garlic is included?
The recipe uses 1 clove of crushed garlic.
What citrus juices are required?
The dressing requires 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
What types of peppers are used?
The recipe uses one chopped green bell pepper and one chopped red bell pepper.
How is the dressing prepared?
The dressing is prepared by whisking olive oil, vinegar, juices, sugar, salt, garlic, cilantro, and spices in a separate bowl until the sugar and salt are dissolved.