Craving a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or refreshing side dish? Look no further than this Southwestern Black Bean and Chickpea Salad, a vibrant and flavorful recipe that combines the bold flavors of the Southwest with the goodness of wholesome legumes. This salad is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, making it a great choice for those following a Weight Watchers Simply Filling plan. In this article, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of preparing this delightful salad, along with two additional variations: a zesty Lemon Herb Chickpea Salad and a refreshing Cucumber Tomato Chickpea Salad. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings with these nutritious and satisfying salads!
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SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN SALAD
I love this Southwestern black bean salad when the weather warms, it makes enough to feed a crowd. Also makes a great side dish or appetizer if served with chips or as a topping for taco salads. You can even serve with grilled meat and fresh tortillas.
Provided by Gina
Categories Appetizer Salad Side Dish
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beans, corn, tomato, onion, scallion, cilantro, salt and pepper.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice to taste and stir in olive oil.
- Marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes.
- Add avocado just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /2 cup, Calories 79.5 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 127 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 1 g
SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN & CHICKPEA SALAD - WW SIMPLY FILLING
Adapted from skinnytaste.com. RE: WW Simply Filling (Core), there's some debate over whether you have to count the EVOO if it's just a couple tsp/serving. I don't and have had outstanding results. So for me, this is a Simply Filling Recipe. If you count the EVOO, it's 1 pt. (For Flex: 5 WW Pts/serving)
Provided by Amy020
Categories Black Beans
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop.
- "Cooking Time" = Chill time.
CHICKPEA AND BLACK BEAN SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: black beans, chickpeas, red onion, cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, fresh mint, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, feta cheese
Provided by Tasty
Categories Appetizers
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, black beans, red onion, cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, and fresh mint.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour over the salad and toss to coat.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 631 calories, Carbohydrate 89 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 30 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 12 grams
SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN AND HOMINY SALAD
Like the rest of the northeast, it's been a hot summer here in Eastern Maine; however, most of us here don't have airconditioning, so I'm on the lookout for interesting whole-meal salads! Found this on epicurious. If you haven't tried hominy, it's about time: it's corn treated with cooking lye, so that it comes out with a texture and flavor somewhere between corn and garbanzo beans. Recipe calls for yellow hominy, but all we can find here is white; doesn't make any difference in the taste, from what I can tell. Give it a little time in the refrigerator before serving so it's nice and cold!
Provided by lecole54
Categories Black Beans
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine first 7 ingredients in large bowl. Add 1 cup salsa and toss to coat. Add more salsa if salad is dry. Season salad with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.1, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 2.6, Sodium 801.7, Carbohydrate 82.2, Fiber 26.4, Sugar 7.3, Protein 20
SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SALAD
My daughter gave me the recipe for this hearty, zippy salad. I've used it many times and received compliments. When it comes to bean salad, most people think of the sweet three-bean variety, so this is a nice surprise. - Lila Jean Allen, Portland, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the beans, celery, onion, tomato and corn. In a small bowl, combine the salsa, oil, lime juice, chili powder, salt and cumin. Pour dressing over the bean mixture; toss to coat. Cover salad and chill for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- When selecting chickpeas, opt for dried chickpeas and soak them overnight before cooking. Soaking reduces the cooking time and improves their texture.
- For a more flavorful salad, use a variety of vegetables. Some good options include corn, bell peppers, red onion, and avocado.
- To add a bit of a kick to the salad, use a spicy dressing. A simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and chili powder is a good option.
- If you're looking for a vegan or vegetarian protein source, black beans and chickpeas are both excellent choices. They're also a good source of fiber and iron.
- This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This Southwestern Black Bean and Chickpea Salad is a delicious, healthy, and filling salad that's perfect for a summer meal. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also a good source of antioxidants. Plus, it's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying salad, give this one a try.
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