Description

Avocado and Black Bean Salad is a colorful, nutritious dish that combines creamy avocados and hearty black beans with zesty lime juice and crisp vegetables. This refreshing salad is not only easy to prepare but also serves as a stunning centerpiece for any meal. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or simply as a healthy snack, every bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ripe avocados (diced)
1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1/2 small red onion (finely diced)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Juice of 2 limes
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine diced avocados, rinsed black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely diced red onion.
Add chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice and olive oil.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well combined.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 210
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - To prevent browning, drizzle lime juice over cut avocados right after dicing. - For added crunch, consider incorporating corn or bell peppers. - Customize flavors by adding spices like cumin or chili powder for extra zest.