Ingredients
1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 Roma tomatoes, diced
3 garden cucumbers, diced
1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 large red onion, diced
1 large avocado, diced
1–2 jalapeños, seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
Small bunch of fresh cilantro or parsley, minced
Dressing:
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon raw honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- In a small jar or bowl, combine all dressing ingredients. Shake or whisk vigorously until well mixed.
- In a large serving bowl, combine black beans, tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, onion, avocado, jalapeños, and herbs.
- Pour dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Customize with your favorite beans or vegetables based on availability.
- Remove jalapeño seeds to reduce heat while keeping flavor.
- Use only freshly squeezed lime juice for best taste—avoid bottled versions.
- Choose a high-quality olive oil with a flavor you enjoy, as it significantly influences the salad’s taste.
- Excellent as a party dip, side dish, or topping for grilled meats and fish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg