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Santa Fe Black Bean Salad
A tasty accompaniment for grilled foods, or serve with warm tortillas for a light summer meal.
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Ingredients

For 4 Serving(s)

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  • 2 c cooked black beans or one 15-oz can (drain if using canned beans)
  • 1 c cooked corn kernels
  • 1/2 c green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 c red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 c red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 c fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 c vegetable oil
  • 2 T fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 t ground cumin
  • 1/2 t salt
  • 1/4 t cayenne pepper or to taste, optional

Santa Fe Black Bean Salad Directions

    Combine oil, lime juice, cilantro, cumin, salt and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk to make the dressing. Add beans and prepared vegetables and fold in with a spatula until coated with dressing. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes for best flavor, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasonings, adding a little more lime juice to kick up the flavor if desired.

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