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Corn and Black Bean Salad with Mexican Vinaigrette

Delicious Corn and Black Bean Salad with Mexican Vinaigrette

This Corn and Black Bean Salad with Mexican Vinaigrette is a vibrant, healthy dish perfect for summer potlucks and barbecues.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 oz Frozen Corn Thawed, fresh corn is preferable when in season.
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Adds a sweet crunch.
  • 1 Yellow Bell Pepper Enhances sweetness.
  • 1/2 small Red Onion Diced.
  • 1/3 cup Cilantro Finely chopped.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to preference.
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground preferred.
For the Mexican Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 tsp Mexican Oregano Regular oregano can be used.
  • 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar Lime juice can be an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Grapeseed or Avocado Oil Olive oil can be substituted.
  • 1 tbsp Water Adjust for desired consistency.
  • 1/2 tsp Granulated Garlic Fresh garlic is a good alternative.
  • 1 tsp Sugar Honey or agave can also sweeten.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Mason Jar
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 12 oz of thawed frozen corn, one can of drained and rinsed black beans, and chopped red and yellow bell peppers. Add half a small diced red onion and ⅓ cup of finely chopped cilantro. Season with ½ tsp of salt and ¼ tsp of black pepper. Gently toss the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
  2. In a mason jar, combine ½ tsp of Mexican oregano, ¼ tsp of kosher salt, and ¼ tsp of black pepper. Pour in ¼ cup of red wine vinegar and ½ cup of grapeseed or avocado oil. Add 1 tbsp of water, ½ tsp of granulated garlic, and 1 tsp of sugar. Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until emulsified and smooth.
  3. Drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Gently fold the dressing into the salad to ensure all ingredients are well coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the salad to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least two hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Serve chilled. To keep salad fresh for later, add vinaigrette just before serving.

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