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Black Bean Taco Salad

Black Bean Taco Salad


  • Author: Alisha Potter
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of our Black Bean Taco Salad, a delightful vegetarian dish that transforms your meal routine into a fiesta. This colorful salad is brimming with fresh vegetables, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all brought together with a creamy homemade salsa dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or entertaining guests, it caters to both health enthusiasts and taco lovers alike.


Ingredients

  • Romaine lettuce
  • Red bell pepper
  • Black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • Corn (canned or steamed)
  • Tomatoes
  • Green onion
  • Cheddar cheese
  • Tortilla chips
  • Sour cream
  • Red salsa
  • Ground cumin
  • Lime

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, red salsa, ground cumin, salt, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Prepare corn by grilling or steaming until heated through.
  3. Chop romaine lettuce, red bell pepper, tomatoes, and green onion into small pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, mix chopped veggies with black beans, corn, crushed tortilla chips, and cheddar cheese.
  5. Just before serving, toss the salad with dressing until evenly coated.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Customize your salad by adding toppings like avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor. For protein options, consider grilled chicken or tofu. Serve in crispy tortilla bowls for a fun twist.