Description
Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad with Rice is a vibrant, refreshing dish that bursts with flavors and colors, making it perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make salad combines hearty black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocados, and fluffy rice, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. Ideal as a main course or side dish, it’s nutritious, satisfying, and sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen, thawed)
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 cups cooked rice (brown or white)
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice for quicker preparation.
- Rinse and drain the black beans. If using fresh corn, cut it off the cob; if using frozen corn, ensure it's thawed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, diced avocados, red onion, and cilantro.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado. For best flavor, refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize with bell peppers for added crunch or sprinkle chili powder for extra heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; add avocado just before serving for maximum freshness.