AVOCADO, BLACK BEAN, & CORN SALAD RECIPE - (4.4/5)

Avocado, Black Bean, & Corn Salad Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Chez_Alexander

Number Of Ingredients 16

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SALAD
2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
2-3 just-ripe avocados, seeded and cubed
2 cups corn, fresh or frozen (thawed)
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1/3 cup cilantro, rough chopped
DRESSING
1/3 cup fresh lime juice, more if desired
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoons pure maple syrup or agave, (or any sweetener)
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon sea salt, more to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

1. Place all the veggies in a large bowl (except the avocado) and toss to combine. 2. In a small bowl, whisk the lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, cilantro, chili powder, garlic powder, ground pepper and salt. 3. Pour dressing over veggies and toss to combine. Now add avocado and toss gently so they don't mash together. Taste for salt and pepper, add as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 2-3 days. Serve with fresh pita bread, tortilla chips or a side of rice. Enjoy!