Description
A vibrant and refreshing Avocado Black Bean Salad with a zesty Cilantro Lime Dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a healthy side dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced avocados, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for best freshness.
Notes
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of jalapeño to your preference.
- Make Ahead: Prepare the dressing and chop veggies ahead of time, but combine just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: avocado black bean salad, cilantro lime dressing, salad recipe, healthy salad, vegan salad, gluten-free salad, quick salad, easy salad
