BLACK BEAN, JíCAMA, AND GRILLED CORN SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Bean     Onion     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Basil     Corn     Carrot     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Vegan     Jícama     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large ears of corn, husked
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup 1/3-inch dice peeled jicama
1/2 cup 1/3-inch dice peeled carrots
1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup (packed) chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush corn with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Grill corn until tender and brown in spots, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut off corn kernels; place in large bowl. Add black beans, jicama, carrots, green onions, cilantro, and basil.
  • Whisk lime juice, orange juice, lime peel, cumin, and remaining 4 tablespoons oil in small bowl. Mix dressing into bean salad. Season generously with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour before serving.)

Rogelio Rivera
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This salad is delicious and healthy!


rida tarar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled corn.


misty madore
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Haseeb Doctor
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Fatema Rahman
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I usually make it the night before and it's even better the next day.


Adnan ul haq
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I've made this salad several times now, and I'm always experimenting with different ingredients. I've added chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, and even crumbled feta cheese. It's always delicious!


Tanzina Akter
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


DA Dipto
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, so I used parsley instead. The salad was still delicious!


Shingisai Mutsamba
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I added some chopped avocado to this salad and it was delicious. It's a great way to add some extra creaminess and healthy fats.


Jangaiz_ khan7
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This salad is the perfect healthy side dish for any summer gathering.


Haider Mughal
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Heather Peedin
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I'm not usually a fan of black bean salads, but this one is amazing. The jicama and grilled corn add a nice sweetness and crunch.


Net Breakers Football Club
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Prakash Ayer
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled corn. It's also a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Akan Nba
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I love the combination of black beans, jicama, and grilled corn in this salad. It's a unique and flavorful dish that's sure to impress your guests.


Sven Cavalar
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This salad is the perfect summer side dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


apple
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Jack Forster
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This salad was a hit at my last BBQ! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect, and it was so refreshing on a hot summer day.