"This Southwestern black bean salad recipe is healthy and delicious! This fresh black bean salad is perfect for potlucks, parties and busy weeks...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cans of black beans (15 ounces each) or 4 1/2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and well-drained
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2 ears of corn, shucked, or 1 cup of canned corn (drained) or defrosted frozen corn
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1 orange, yellow or red bell pepper, chopped
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1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
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1 cup chopped red onion (from 1 small onion)
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1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (about 1/2 medium bunch)
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1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped (keep the seeds for heat if you’d like, or remove them for mild flavor) or 2 tablespoons finely chopped pickled jalapeño
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1/2 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime, preferably organic)
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2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime), to taste
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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
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1/4 cup white wine vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
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Optional garnishes: sliced avocado, crumbled feta, lime wedges