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Vegan Bean Fiesta

Savor the Flavor: A Vibrant Vegan Bean Fiesta

6servings
15 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Vegan Bean Fiesta

About this recipe

This Vegan Bean Fiesta is an easy-to-make, delicious dish that bursts with flavor and nutrition. Packed with a variety of beans and fresh vegetables, it's dressed in a zesty cumin-lime vinaigrette. Perfect for parties or a wholesome weeknight meal, this salad is a go-to for anyone wanting to enjoy a healthy plant-based diet.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Combine black beans, kidney beans, corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro in a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Whisk lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

  3. 3

    Pour dressing over the bean mixture and toss well to coat.

  4. 4

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.

  5. 5

    Serve chilled.

  6. 6

    Garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Chef's tip

Feel free to adjust the level of spices by adding more jalapeno or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.

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