Best 5 South West Salad With Corn And Black Beans Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this tantalizing salad, a harmonious blend of fresh corn, sweet black beans, and crisp mixed greens. Topped with a zesty cilantro-lime dressing, this salad is a delightful fiesta of textures and flavors. Accompanying this main recipe are three additional salad variations, each offering unique taste sensations. The Black Bean and Corn Salad with Avocado and Roasted Red Pepper Dressing features a creamy avocado and tangy roasted red pepper dressing, while the Mexican Street Corn Salad boasts a delightful combination of cotija cheese, chipotle-lime crema, and a sprinkle of chili powder. For a more substantial meal, try the Southwest Salad with Grilled Chicken, a protein-packed salad with tender grilled chicken breast, black beans, corn, and a zesty dressing. And for a vegetarian alternative, the Vegetarian Southwest Salad combines black beans, corn, avocado, and roasted red pepper for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOUTHWEST BLACK BEAN CORN SALAD



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This Southwest Black Bean Corn Salad recipe is the perfect summer side dish! It's made with avocado and a creamy cilantro lime dressing.

Provided by Christine Rooney

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3-4 cobs fresh sweet corn
2 cans black beans
1 bell pepper
1-2 avocados
3/4 cup Kemps® sour cream
3 Tbsp. lime juice
2 cloves garlic
1/2 tsp. honey
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 heaping cup cilantro
generous pinch kosher salt (adjust to taste)
extra lime and cilantro for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Shuck 3-4 cobs of fresh sweet corn.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sweet corn, cover, reduce heat to medium and boil for 5 minutes or until corn is tender. Drain and let the corn cool. Once it has cooled cut kernels off with a knife. Set corn aside. Alternately, prepare 1 bag of frozen sweet corn.
  • Dice 1 large bell pepper.
  • Drain and rinse 2 15 oz. cans of black beans.
  • Cut 1-2 avocados in half. Dice the avocados into small pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

SOUTH-WEST SALAD WITH CORN AND BLACK BEANS



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A recipe from the book of Splenda. I tried it and it's quite yummy. I omitted the green peas so I used 1 cup of chickpeas. I also omitted the cumin, and fresh coriander.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Black Beans

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

15 ounces black beans, drained
15 ounces corn kernels, drained
1/2 cup chickpeas, drained
1/2 cup frozen green pea, frozen (do not thaw them)
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1/2 medium red onion, minced
1/2 cup jicama, diced (optional)
6 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons Splenda granular
2 teaspoons garlic, crushed
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried red pepper
1/2 cup fresh coriander, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, put black beans, corn, chickpeas, peas, olives, peppers, onion and jicama.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, splenda, garlic, cumin, salt and dried red pepper. Pour on the salad and stir to coat well. Add coriander and stir again.
  • Put in the fridge at least 1 hour before serving. It will be good in the fridge for many days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.2, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 202.1, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 1.8, Protein 7

SOUTHWESTERN CORN AND BLACK BEAN SKILLET



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A simple Southwest corn and black bean skillet that goes well with tacos, enchiladas, fish, and even burgers.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Corn

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ears corn, shucked and kernels removed
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
¼ cup chopped red onion
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
¼ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine corn, bell pepper, jalapeno, onion, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until evenly combined.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn mixture and cook until onion has softened, about 6 minutes. Stir in black beans and cook for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat and sprinkle cilantro over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 238.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 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

SOUTHWEST SALAD WITH BLACK BEANS AND CORN



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Categories     Bean

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 14

2C dried black beans (canned)
2C cooked corn (canned)
2-3 medium-sized garlic cloves, finely minced
1/2C heaped well-minced red onion
1 medium-sized red pepper, minced
1t salt
1/2C olive oil
1/2C fresh lime juice (3-4 limes)
2-3t whole cumin seeds
1/2C minced fresh cilantro
1/2C minced fresh parsley
1t crushed red pepper (adjust to your taste)
a moderate amount of freshly ground black pepper
3-4 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • 1. in large bowl, combine beans, cooked corn, minced hardlic, red onion, bell pepper, salt, 1/2C olive oil and lime juice 2. roast the whole cumin seeds in a cast iron skillet over med heat, stirring for several minutes. Add the toasted seeds to the salad, along with the cilantro, parsley, and red and black peppers, and mix thoroughly but gently. 2. lightly brush both sides of each tortilla with olive oil and cut tortillas into strips appx. 1/4" wide and 1 1/2" long. Cook the strips lightly by toasting them in a 350 oven for 2 minutes, or heavy skillet over med. for 2-3 mins. Ideally, they should be partly crispy, partly chewy. Stir these into the salad shortly before serving, or if you prefer, scatter them on top as a garnish.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh corn and black beans. If using canned beans, be sure to rinse and drain them well.
  • You can also add other vegetables to this salad, such as chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, or cucumber.
  • If you like a spicy salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño pepper.
  • To make this salad a meal, add grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • This salad is also great for meal prep. Simply make a big batch on the weekend and enjoy it throughout the week for lunch or dinner.

Conclusion:

This South-West Salad with Corn and Black Beans is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, packed with flavor, and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this salad a try.

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