I’m throwing a frozen pizza in the oven. Don’t judge me! Or at least do so quietly. I’ve been in the kitchen all week, spent most of today plopped in front of this computer working on the blog, it’s raining outside, and I just don’t feel like working anymore.
I don’t feel too bad about it though. I did have an exceedingly healthy and flavorful lunch! I made a big batch of black bean and corn salad. I really don’t know why I don’t make it more often; it doesn’t require any cooking, it is packed with great flavors and textures, and it is healthier than anything else I will eat this week!
I love shopping for meals like this black bean and corn salad recipe at the grocery store. There is just something that feels great when you get to the checkout and you see a cart full of fresh produce. The only canned items one could see were corn kernels and black beans, hardly something to feel bad about! At times like this, I feel like I need to take an extra lap around the grocery store, just to show off my healthy cart to all the other shoppers… maybe even pace back and forth, up and down, the snack aisle until I feel sufficiently smug.
Don’t worry, I wouldn’t actually do that! The produce was just masking my frozen pizza that was being smuggled underneath.
If you have been paying attention to FoxValleyFoodie.com at all recently, you may have seen my quick pickled red onions recipe. It is one of those versatile complimentary items that really help bring a dish to the next level. This black bean and corn salad recipe is good on its own with chopped red onions, but it really pops if you want to take it up a level with the sweet tanginess of pickled red onions.
If you don’t own a lime juicer, it is a good investment for your kitchen. It makes this recipe easier, and it ensures you are getting the maximum juice out of each lime, so you don’t need to buy as many. It took me a long time to buy one, but now I wouldn’t have a kitchen without it. This is the one I own, and I recommend it.
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Black Bean and Corn Salad Recipe with Lime Juice
Ingredients
- 30 oz canned Black Beans drained and rinsed
- 30 oz canned Sweet Corn Kernels drained
- 2 Jalapeño chopped
- 1 red onion chopped (or pickled red onions)
- 2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup green onions chopped
- 5 tbsp lime juice
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- Fresh Ground Pepper
- Salt
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients and combine together in a large bowl.
- Serve
Notes
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Linda C
Served this salad at our Memorial Day family bbq, everyone enjoyed it and I was asked for the recipe by several.
Easy to put together and all the bright colored ingredients make it a show stopper. Enjoy!
Mary Jo
I have made a similar recipe for years with the addition of garbanzo beans. Especially good for pot lucks. I’m always getting lots of requests for the recipe.
David Larson
Hello, wonderful, My friend made this salad. I want to serve it soon. Will it be okay to make the day prior to servinga
Fox Valley Foodie
Yes, I often make a large batch and eat it for days!
Brooke
Is this serving size based off of it being a side dish?
Fox Valley Foodie
Yes, but actual serving sizes will vary depending on the person of course.
Lisa
I make this all the time but it is much better if you use charred grilled fresh corn or if it's cold outside thawed frozen corn which you can "char" in a frying pan on the stove. Canned corn is just too tinny tasting with all the other fresh ingredients. Tried it with the pickled red onion and that really added something!
Fox Valley Foodie
I completely agree. Charring fresh corn would be a fantastic substitution for anyone willing to take the extra step!
Jenn
Gorgeous! I make a similar salad too. Perfect for summer BBQs and parties!
Fox Valley Foodie
I completely agree! Not only does it taste extremely fresh, but you don't have to worry about how long it sits out on the picnic table, like dairy based sides.
Dan from Platter Talk
These ingredients are among my favorites! We have been keeping limes around and adding their juice and zest to just about everything; great post here Ben!
Fox Valley Foodie
Thanks Dan! I too have found that limes have quickly become a staple on my counter.
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One of my favourite combo of flavour! The salsa looks so summery and moreish. Love your pickled onions too.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Angie
Fox Valley Foodie
I'm glad you like it!