Tomato, Corn & Black Bean Side Salad
This is a perfect dish for all of those fresh tomatoes and cobs of corn that are now in season. It's super simple and quick to throw together before heading off to a BBQ or picnic. This Tomato, Corn & Black Bean Side Salad recipe would also make a great dip!
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 3 ears corn boiled for 1 minute (or longer if purchased at the grocery)
- 2.5 cups black beans drained, rinsed, and cooked
- 8 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup red onion diced
- ½ cup basil leaves only chopped (or cilantro)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- basil for garnish (or cilantro)
Instructions
- Cut the corn kernels off the cobs and gently mix with the beans, sliced tomatoes, and red onions in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl whisk together the basil (or cilantro), vinegar, oil, garlic and S & P.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently blend it together. Garnish with fresh basil (or cilantro) leaves and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Tomato, Corn & Black Bean Side Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 183
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 421mg18%
Potassium 493mg14%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 435IU9%
Vitamin C 18.3mg22%
Calcium 56mg6%
Iron 2.5mg14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.