Best 8 Calypso Corn And Black Bean Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with Calypso Corn and Black Bean Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that captivates the senses. This delightful salad combines the sweetness of corn, the heartiness of black beans, and the tangy zest of a zesty dressing to create a symphony of flavors.

With a vibrant symphony of ingredients, Calypso Corn and Black Bean Salad tantalizes taste buds and adds a splash of color to any gathering. This delectable dish features a medley of fresh corn kernels, tender black beans, crisp red bell peppers, juicy tomatoes, and a burst of flavor from chopped cilantro. Marinated in a zesty dressing of lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and a hint of spice, this salad delivers a perfect balance of flavors, leaving you craving more.

To elevate the culinary experience, the article also offers a collection of complementary recipes that explore the diverse flavors of Calypso cuisine. These recipes range from tantalizing appetizers to refreshing beverages, each adding a unique touch to your culinary adventure. Embark on a journey of taste as you explore recipes like Calypso Shrimp Skewers with a zesty marinade, Calypso Salsa bursting with vibrant flavors, and Calypso Breeze, a refreshing mocktail that transports you to a tropical paradise.

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Calypso Corn and Black Bean Salad and let your taste buds dance to the rhythm of the Caribbean. With its vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and a symphony of textures, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the Caribbean.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This colorful, crunchy black bean and corn salad is chock-full of easy-to-swallow nutrition that all ages will love. Try it with a variety of summer entrees, or as a wholesome salsa! -Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
2 large tomatoes, finely chopped
1 large red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves, minced
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CALYPSO CORN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (10-ounce) package frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans or white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 large red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and diced
1/2 small fresh jalapeno chili, stemmed, seeded, and minced
1/2 cup firmly packed chopped fresh coriander leaves (cilantro)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the corn, beans, bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings. Cover and chill 1 hour or overnight to combine flavors.

BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD



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For a light lunch, try Rachael Ray's Black Bean and Corn Salad recipe from 30 Minute Meals on Food Network. A touch of cumin adds savory warmth to this dish.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can, 14 ounces, black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 red onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, half a palm full
2 teaspoons hot sauce, just eyeball the amount (recommended: Tabasco)
1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Let stand at least 15 minutes for corn to fully defrost and flavors to combine, then toss and serve. The corn will also place a quick-chill on this easy side-salad as it defrosts -- no need to refrigerate!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 477 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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If you like 'southwest cuisine' you will love this.

Provided by Jodi T.

Categories     Salad     Beans     Black Bean Salad Recipes

Time 13h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8.75 ounce) can sweet corn, drained

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix together balsamic vinegar, oil, salt, sugar, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together black beans and corn. Toss with vinegar and oil dressing, and garnish with cilantro. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 805 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD II



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This salad is very colorful and includes a very tasty lime dressing.

Provided by Jen

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

⅓ cup fresh lime juice
½ cup olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 ½ cups frozen corn kernels
1 avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
6 green onions, thinly sliced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and cayenne pepper in a small jar. Cover with lid, and shake until ingredients are well mixed.
  • In a salad bowl, combine beans, corn, avocado, bell pepper, tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro. Shake lime dressing, and pour it over the salad. Stir salad to coat vegetables and beans with dressing, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 12.2 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 829.7 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CALYPSO CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Bean     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Healthy

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 10 oz. package frozen corn kernel, thawed
2 15 oz. cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 small fresh jalapeno chili, seeded and minced
1/2 cup firmly packed chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the corn, beans, bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro lime juice, oil, sugar, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Taste and adjust seasonings. Cover and chill one hour or overnight to combine flavors. Serves 5 to 6.

CALYPSO BLACK BEAN SOUP



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This is a spicy, fruity black bean pureed soup that goes well with a small scoop of sour cream

Provided by Doug Matthews

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas     Black Bean Soup Recipes

Time 2h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sweet onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 (15.5 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 mango - peeled, seeded and diced
1 banana, peeled and sliced
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste
1 (15 ounce) can light coconut milk
2 cups vegetable broth
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup sour cream, for garnish
½ cup chopped red bell peppers, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the olive oil in a deep, heavy pot, and heat over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, and 1 red pepper; cook until onion is transparent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the black beans. Add the mango, banana, cumin, ginger, and hot pepper sauce; stir and cook until fruit softens. Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth. Bring soup mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, and simmer until liquid reduces, about 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place soup in batches into a blender, and blend until smooth; or use a stick blender to blend in the soup pot. Serve garnished with dollops of sour cream and sprinkled with red bell pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 563.9 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

QUICK CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD



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I'm often asked to create "different" recipes for parties. This corn salad, cooked up for a barbecue, was an instant hit. Filled with multicolored vegetables and plenty of seasonings, it has great eye appeal and loads of flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
6 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped, optional
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup Italian salad dressing
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the salad dressing, cilantro, lime juice, hot pepper sauce and chili powder. Pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips for Making Calypso Corn and Black Bean Salad:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the corn. You want it to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Rinse the black beans before using them. This will help to remove any excess starch and make them more flavorful.
  • Chop the vegetables into small, even pieces. This will help them to cook evenly.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add different herbs, spices, or vegetables to your salad to create a unique dish that you'll love.

Conclusion:

Calypso corn and black bean salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this salad a try.

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