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southwest chickpea black bean salad recipe

Southwest Chickpea Black Bean Salad Recipe

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Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn fresh or canned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1/2 red onion chopped
  • 1 avocado cubed
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
  • Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, avocado, and cilantro. Toss gently to mix the ingredients without mashing the avocado.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. If time allows, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
  • Serve the salad as a main dish over a bed of greens, as a side with grilled meats or tacos, or as a chunky dip with tortilla chips. Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.
  • For best results, make sure to prep all your fresh ingredients before you begin assembling the salad. This not only streamlines the process but also ensures that everything is ready for a quick toss.
  • If you have leftovers, they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a couple of days, but for optimal flavor and texture, enjoy the salad fresh!