Description
A fresh, vibrant, and protein-packed salad made with creamy avocado, hearty black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp salad greens—ready in 15 minutes!
Ingredients
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1 ripe avocado
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed
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1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup canned corn kernels, drained (or fresh)
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¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
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¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
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6 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mash the avocado with lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
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Stir in the black beans, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
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Divide the mixed greens among 4 bowls.
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Top each with the avocado-bean mixture. Serve immediately.
Notes
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For meal prep, keep the greens separate until serving.
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To mellow the onion’s bite, soak slices in cold water for 10 minutes.
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Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
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Customize with grilled chicken, chickpeas, or tortilla chips for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American / Fusion