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Southwest Chickpea Black Bean Salad

Refreshing Southwest Chickpea Black Bean Salad in 15 Minutes

Quick and vibrant Southwest Chickpea Black Bean Salad packed with protein and flavor. Perfect for meal prep and ready in just 15 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Corn frozen or canned
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cups Red Onion finely chopped
  • 0.25 cups Cilantro chopped
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced
  • 1 medium Jalapeño diced
Chili Lime Vinaigrette
  • 2 medium Lime Juice zest + juice
  • 0.25 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Gently fold ingredients together.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and maple syrup until emulsified.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad base and toss gently to combine. Let sit for about 5 minutes.
  4. Slice avocado and add just before serving, folding it into the salad gently.
  5. Serve in bowls or on a platter. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Adjust jalapeño for desired heat and add avocado just before serving to maintain freshness.

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