black bean salad with corn, peppers, avocado

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44 Pinches
Kansas City, MO
Updated on Mar 15, 2012

I modified this recipe a little as it calls for 3 ears of fresh corn but I used can corn instead. It is quite versatile in that it can be used as a dip with Frito Scoops or chips or as a salad by itself.

prep time 10 Min
cook time
method ---
yield 6 - 8

Ingredients

  • 2 - 15 ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3 - ears fresh corn, cooked, cooled and kernels cut off cob
  • 2 - red bell peppers, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots (one medium)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 9 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, plus more to garnish
  • 2 - avacadoes, diced

How To Make black bean salad with corn, peppers, avocado

  • Step 1
    Combine all ingredients except avocados in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and chill for a few hours or overnight. Right before serving, add avocados and mix gently. being careful not to mash the avocados. Garnish with a few sprigs of freshly chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve at room temperature.
  • Step 2
    I did not use fresh corn as it isn't in season so I used two cans of regular corn, drained. ENJOY!

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