Black Bean Salad for Weight Watchers
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🍽️ Cook Time: 10 minutes
⏰ Total Time: 20 minutes
Description:
Indulge in this wholesome Black Bean Salad, crafted especially for those on a weight-watching journey. Bursting with Tex-Mex flavors and Southwest flair, this salad is a quick, satisfying dish perfect for lunch or snacks. With its vibrant colors and zesty ingredients, it’s a delightful addition to any mealtime spread.
Ingredients:
- 2 cans black beans
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 1/2 cups chopped celery
- 1 1/2 cups diced red onions
- Salsa, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime juice, to taste
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 52.5
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 32.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3.3g
- Protein: 1.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by rinsing and draining the black beans thoroughly. Then, add the drained corn kernels to the beans in a large mixing bowl.
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Combine Veggies: Next, toss in the chopped celery and diced red onions to the bean and corn mixture. The vibrant colors of these veggies add both crunch and freshness to the salad.
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Add Zesty Flavors: Sprinkle the chopped cilantro generously over the salad mixture. Squeeze just a bit of fresh lime juice, aiming for about half a tablespoon, to infuse the salad with a zesty kick.
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Final Touch: Gently toss all the ingredients together, ensuring they are evenly coated. Then, add salsa according to your taste preference. The salsa adds a burst of flavor and moisture to the salad, tying all the ingredients together beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy: Once everything is well combined, your Black Bean Salad is ready to be served! Enjoy it as a standalone dish, as a side to your favorite Tex-Mex entrée, or as a topping for tacos or nachos.
This Black Bean Salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free option for anyone looking to maintain a healthy diet. Whip it up in just 20 minutes and savor the flavors of the Southwest with every bite!
