Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Black Bean Taco Salad, a delightful vegetarian dish that brings together fresh ingredients and a creamy salsa dressing. Perfect for light lunches, dinners, or as a side at gatherings, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this colorful meal filled with fiber-rich black beans, crisp vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing that elevates each bite. Customize it to your taste by adding your favorite toppings or proteins. This easy-to-make salad is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (canned or steamed)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4–1/3 cup sliced green onion
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 TBSP red salsa
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/8 tsp salt (or season to taste)
- 1/2 lime
Instructions
- For the dressing, mix sour cream, salsa, cumin, salt, and lime juice in a bowl. Blend for smoothness if desired.
- Cook corn using your preferred method (grilled, boiled, or steamed).
- Chop romaine lettuce, red bell pepper, and tomatoes; slice green onions. Combine all veggies in a large bowl with black beans, corn, crushed tortilla chips, and cheese.
- Just before serving, toss salad with dressing until evenly coated.
- Customize with additional veggies or proteins as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg