Black Bean and Corn Salad

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Black Bean and Corn Salad

 

.. 2 14 oz. cans black beans, drained and rinsed

.. 1 lb. Frozen corn, thawed

.. 1/2 c. minced red onion

.. 1/2 c. finely chopped green onion

.. 2 c. chopped ripe tomatoes

.. 1 bunch fresh cilantro

.. 2/3 c. fresh squeezed lime juice

.. 1/2 tsp. salt

.. 1/2 tsp. medium-ground black pepper

.. 1/3 c. light olive oil

 

 

 

Combine beans, corn, and onion in a mixing bowl. In a separate bowl combine

lime, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Clean the cilantro and remove any leaves

that do not look fresh.

 

Set aside 15 to 20 sprigs of cilantro for garnish. Finely chop remaining

cilantro and add 1/2 c. to dressing mixture. Whisk dressing and add to

salad,

toss well, then add tomatoes and gently mix in. Make in advance and

refrigerate overnight. Garnish with cilantro sprigs before serving. Serves a

houseful

of company.