Best 3 Cucumber Black Bean Avocado Corn Tomato Salad Recipes

Cucumber, black bean, avocado, corn and tomato salad is a refreshing dish that's perfect for summer. It's a combination of crunchy vegetables, creamy avocado and sweet corn. The black beans add some extra protein and fiber, while the lime dressing gives the salad a bright and tangy kick. This salad is a great addition to any summer party or barbecue, and it's also a healthy and satisfying meal on its own.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER, BLACK BEAN, AVOCADO, CORN & TOMATO SALAD RECIPE - (4/5)

Cucumber, Black Bean, Avocado, Corn & Tomato Salad Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by Sandybehr

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 English cucumber, diced
1 can black beans, rinsed
1 1/4 cups corn
1 red pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes (I used half red, half yellow)
1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime
1 avocado, diced
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

Place the cucumber, black beans, corn, red pepper, cherry tomatoes, and chopped cilantro in a bowl. Squeeze the fresh juice from the lime onto the salad, and stir well. Mix in the avocado right before serving, season with salt and pepper. Enjoy! Note: Tastes better after marinating in the lime juice for a while, so you could easily make this the night before eating.

AVOCADO, BLACK BEAN, CORN & TOMATO SALAD

Avocado, Black Bean, Corn & Tomato Salad image

My grandma gave me this easy recipe one summer while we were on a cross-country road trip. She said she got it from a friend. It's a huge hit at parties and family gatherings!

Provided by beudog

Categories Black Beans

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope Good Seasons Italian dressing (and oil & vinegar to make it)
2 limes, juice of
15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed
15 ounces canned corn, drained (southwest mix with bell peppers)
1 small red onion, diced
2 -3 ripe tomatoes, diced
2 -3 ripe avocados, diced
1 small can roasted green chilies (optional)
2 jalapenos, diced (optional)

Steps:

In a liquid measuring cup, whisk Good Seasons salad dressing following directions on the pouch, but substitute water for the juice of 2 limes.
Layer ingredients into a large bowl.
Pour salad dressing on top and gently toss.
Let sit, covered, in fridge for a couple hours - if you can wait that long!
Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 290.3, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 4.3, Protein 7.6

BLACK BEAN AND CUCUMBER SALAD

Black Bean and Cucumber Salad image

I came up with this salad when I realized I had some leftover salad items that needed to be used up. It's refreshing and light! It can be easily adapted to include your favorite salad ingredients.

Provided by Emer

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 seedless cucumber, quartered and cut into chunks
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
½ red onion, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 ½ teaspoons orange marmalade
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
½ teaspoon ground cumin
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Toss cucumber, black beans, tomatoes, corn, and onion together in a large salad bowl.
Whisk olive oil, orange marmalade, lemon juice, honey, and cumin together in a bowl; season with salt and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Carbohydrate 38.7 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 9.4 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 419.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

Tips:

Fresh ingredients: Use the freshest produce you can find for the best flavor and texture.
Chop evenly: Chop all of the vegetables and avocado into evenly sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
Don't overcook the corn: The corn should be cooked just until it is tender-crisp. Overcooking will make it tough.
Use a light dressing: A light vinaigrette or salsa is a good choice for dressing this salad. A heavy dressing will weigh it down.
Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The avocado will start to brown if it sits for too long.

Conclusion:

This cucumber, black bean, avocado, corn, and tomato salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish or main course. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is easy to make. The combination of crunchy vegetables, creamy avocado, and flavorful black beans and corn is sure to please everyone at your table.