By: Co-op Advantage Program
A tasty accompaniment for grilled foods, or serve with warm tortillas for a light summer meal.
Time: Preparation 10 mins
Serving: 4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 c cooked black beans or one 15-oz can (drain if using canned beans)
- 1 c cooked corn kernels
- 0.5 c green bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 c red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 c red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 c fresh lime juice
- 0.25 c vegetable oil
- 2 T fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 t ground cumin
- 0.5 t salt
- 0.25 t cayenne pepper or to taste, optional
Preparation
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.
