Colorful bean salad with fresh vegetables, corn, and tangy lime-cumin dressing. Perfect for parties and gatherings.
# What you'll need:
→ Beans & Legumes
01 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 (15 oz) can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
04 - 1 cup sweet corn kernels, fresh or thawed
05 - 1/2 red onion, finely diced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
07 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
08 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
09 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
10 - 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
12 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
14 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes, corn kernels, red onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, lime juice, red wine vinegar, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until thoroughly blended.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the bean and vegetable mixture. Gently toss all ingredients together, ensuring even coating of the dressing throughout.
04 - Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and develop.
05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside tortilla chips, as an accompaniment to grilled meats, or as a standalone side salad.
