Southwestern Black Bean Salad

A colorful, tongue-tantalizing salad, this healthy vegan side dish can be enjoyed as a meal by itself or served as an accompanying recipe for other vegan Mexican fare.

Southwestern Black Bean Salad

Serves 8

Ingredients:

• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed, drained


• 2 large Roma tomatoes, seeded, diced


• 1 cup fresh corn kernels


• 1/2 cup finely chopped red onions


• 1 jalapeno, seeded, minced


• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil


• Zest and juice of 1 lime


• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro


• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight to meld the flavors. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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