Best 10 Black Bean Cucumber And Feta Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our refreshing Black Bean, Cucumber, and Feta Salad. This vibrant salad combines the earthy flavor of black beans, the crisp coolness of cucumbers, and the tangy zest of feta cheese. Enhanced with a zesty dressing of lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and cilantro, this dish is a symphony of flavors that will awaken your taste buds.

But that's not all! This article also features a delectable array of other culinary creations that are sure to satisfy your cravings. From the classic Caesar Salad with its creamy dressing and crunchy croutons to the exotic Moroccan Carrot Salad with its aromatic blend of spices, there's something for every palate to savor.

So, embark on this culinary adventure and treat yourself to a symphony of flavors with our Black Bean, Cucumber, and Feta Salad, and explore the other enticing recipes within this article. Your taste buds will thank you!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This light and fresh cucumber and black bean salad is the perfect summer side dish. It is refrigerator stable so make it once and snack on it all week!

Provided by Beth - Budget Bytes

Categories     Salad     Side Dish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 15oz. can black beans ($0.49)
1 cucumber ($1.29)
1/3 cup finely diced red onion (about 1/4 onion) ($0.11)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, loosely packed ($0.20)
2 Tbsp crumbled feta (optional)* ($0.55)
2 Tbsp olive oil ($0.32)
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar ($0.12)
1/2 tsp ground cumin ($0.05)
1/8 tsp garlic powder ($0.02)
1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
freshly cracked black pepper ($0.03)

Steps:

  • Soak the red onions in ice water for about 5 minutes to soften their flavor. Rinse and drain the black beans. Allow them to drain well while you chop the rest of the vegetables.
  • Finely dice the cucumber to pieces about the same size as the black beans. Finely dice the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro.
  • In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, vinegar, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper (about 15 cranks of a pepper mill).
  • Add the black beans, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and feta to a large bowl. Pour the dressing over top, then fold the ingredients to combine. Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes to marinate. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 4-5 days.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Cup, Calories 189.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 20.85 g, Protein 8.05 g, Fat 8.38 g, Fiber 5.53 g, Sodium 609.63 mg

BLACK BEAN, CUCUMBER, AND FETA SALAD



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Pressure-cooked black beans (time to break out that Instant Pot!) meet cool cucumbers and bright cilantro, lime, and feta in this refreshing side dish that's ideal year-round. This recipe appears in our cookbook "Martha Stewart's Pressure Cooker" (Clarkson Potter).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups Pressure-Cooker Black Beans
1 medium seedless cucumber, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 1/2 ounces crumbled feta (1 cup)
1/3 cup chopped cilantro, plus more for serving
3 scallions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus wedges for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place cooked beans, cucumber, feta, cilantro, scallions, oil, and lime juice in a large bowl. Season with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper; toss well to combine. Top with more cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

BLACK BEAN/CUCUMBER SALAD



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My sister whipped this salad up from scratch when I was visiting her. It has become a favorite side dish, especially when grilling outdoors!

Provided by Grammabobbie

Categories     Black Beans

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (15 ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 large cucumber (peeled and diced)
1 tomatoes (diced)
1/2 green pepper (diced)
1 stalk celery (chopped)
1/2 small red onion (chopped)
1/8 cup olive oil
1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in a medium size bowl.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.

BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH FETA



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This is my my hippie college roommate's famous salad. I'll admit it looks gross but it really tastes VERY good! Cook time is marination.

Provided by stacylu

Categories     Black Beans

Time 1h40m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup olive oil
3 -4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 -4 scallions, thinly sliced
1 small green pepper, in chunks
1/4 lb feta cheese, crumbled
2 medium tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • Combine black beans, oil, vinegar, parsley, and scallions and marinate a minimum of 1 hour.
  • (Overnight is best) Before serving add feta, tomatoes and green peppers.

BLACK BEAN AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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I came up with this salad when I realized I had some leftover salad items that needed to be used up. It's refreshing and light! It can be easily adapted to include your favorite salad ingredients.

Provided by Emer

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 seedless cucumber, quartered and cut into chunks
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
½ red onion, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ½ teaspoons orange marmalade
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Toss cucumber, black beans, tomatoes, corn, and onion together in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, orange marmalade, lemon juice, honey, and cumin together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 419.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

BLACK BEAN, CUCUMBER AND FETA SALAD



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Add a touch of heat to this Black Bean, Cucumber and Feta Salad with fresh jalapenos. You'll love this cucumber and feta salad with zesty lime vinaigrette.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cans (15.5 oz. each) black beans, rinsed
1 can (15.25 oz.) corn, drained
2-1/2 cups chopped English cucumbers
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Lime Vinaigrette Dressing
1 pkg. (4 oz.) crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 380 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

FETA GARBANZO BEAN SALAD



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This super quick garbanzo bean salad is a hit with my crowd. If there are any leftovers, which rarely happens, I pile them into pitas for lunches the next day! You can also add grilled chicken or steak to turn it into a hearty main-dish salad.-Judy Doepel, Ballston Lake, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups coarsely chopped English cucumber (about 1/2 medium)
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
5 cups torn mixed salad greens
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place the first 11 ingredients in a large bowl; toss to combine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLACK BEAN, CORN, AND QUINOA SALAD



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This is a wonderful Southwestern style salad that is quick and easy to make.

Provided by tarnapx

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup uncooked quinoa
1 cup frozen corn
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
lime, zested
½ teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 small red onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, until broth is absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in corn. Cover and let stand until corn is warmed through, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk lime juice, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cumin together in a large bowl. Whisk in avocado oil. Add black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in quinoa and corn.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 622.3 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

CHILLED BLACK BEAN, FETA & CUCUMBER SALAD



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Make and share this Chilled Black Bean, Feta & Cucumber Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lecole54

Categories     Black Beans

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn (or about 1 1/2 cups fresh corn)
1/2 medium cucumber, finely diced
1 cup cilantro, chopped
2 -3 limes, juiced
1/2 cup celery or 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 -2 cup feta, crumbled
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
sea salt, cracked black pepper, and cumin to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the black beans, corn, cucumber, cilantro, celery, and feta in a large bowl and toss until mixed evenly. Add lime juice and vinegar, stir, and taste. You may want to add more lime to taste. Add a dash of salt, pepper, and cumin, and adjust to taste.
  • Chill for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.4, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 22.2, Sodium 528.9, Carbohydrate 54.8, Fiber 15.8, Sugar 3.8, Protein 19.5

FETA-BLACK BEAN SALAD



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Toss together black bean, red onion, fresh mint and more to make a tasty Feta-Black Bean Salad! You'll love using this black bean salad as a side dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans, drained, rinsed
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint
1 pkg. (4 oz.) ATHENOS Crumbled Feta Cheese with Garlic & Herb
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in large bowl. Cover.
  • Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 220 mg, Carbohydrate 25 g, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 12 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe ingredients: Fresh vegetables and herbs will give your salad the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-grown ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the black beans: Black beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked black beans will be mushy and bland.
  • Use a variety of textures: This salad has a good mix of crunchy cucumbers, soft black beans, and creamy feta cheese. You can add other crunchy vegetables like bell peppers or celery, or soft vegetables like avocado or corn.
  • Don't skimp on the dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Use a good quality olive oil and vinegar, and add some fresh herbs or spices to taste.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors meld together and the salad will be more refreshing.

Conclusion:

This black bean, cucumber, and feta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for summer. It's packed with fresh vegetables, protein-rich black beans, and creamy feta cheese. The dressing is light and tangy, and the salad is best served chilled. This salad is also very versatile. You can add other vegetables, fruits, or nuts to it to suit your taste. It's also a great way to use up leftover black beans. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing salad, give this black bean, cucumber, and feta salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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