Black Bean Taco Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Black Bean Taco Salad, a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and zesty dressing that makes every meal feel like a celebration. Perfect for quick lunches, festive gatherings, or a healthy dinner option, this salad is packed with protein from black beans and brimming with colorful vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (canned or steamed)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4–1/3 cup sliced green onion
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp red salsa
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- juice of half a lime
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing sour cream, red salsa, ground cumin, salt, and lime juice in a bowl. Whisk until smooth.
- Cook the corn by grilling or steaming it until heated through.
- Chop the romaine lettuce, red bell pepper, tomatoes, and slice green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped veggies with black beans, cooked corn, crushed tortilla chips, and grated cheese. Toss gently.
- Just before serving, drizzle some dressing over the salad and toss lightly to coat. Serve with extra dressing on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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