Black Bean and Corn Salad

Description

Black bean salad is a delicious side dish that has a variety of tastes and textures. It feels like a vegetable lover’s paradise with fresh avocados, red peppers, maize, and jalapenos. A quick salad that makes the ideal entrée side dish!

Ingredients

2 cans black beans drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups corn kernels fresh, frozen or canned
1/4 cup red onion minced
1 red bell pepper diced
1 avocado peeled, pit removed and diced
1 jalapeno ribs and seeds removed, then minced
1/3 cup cilantro leaves chopped
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Place the black beans, corn, red onion, red bell pepper, avocado and jalapeno in a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice, honey, chili powder, cumin and salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the beans and vegetables and toss gently to coat. Serve.