Best 3 Diabetic Friendly Black Bean Spinach Salad Recipes

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy diabetic-friendly dish, look no further than black bean spinach salad! This vibrant salad is packed with nutritious ingredients that are good for your blood sugar, including fiber-rich black beans, vitamin-packed spinach, and healthy fats from avocado and olive oil. Plus, it's incredibly versatile and can be customized to your liking, making it a perfect option for a light lunch, a hearty dinner, or a refreshing side dish. In this article, we'll provide you with a step-by-step guide and helpful tips on creating the best black bean spinach salad that's not only tasty but also good for your health.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DIVA DIABETIC'S BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH CHILI LIME DRESSING

Diva Diabetic's Black Bean Salad With Chili Lime Dressing image

....perfect, healthy side dish, along with a slice of the DIVA DIABETIC'S TEX-MEX TURKEY MEATLOAF! :)

Provided by DIVADIABETIC

Categories Beans

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 healthy servings, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, very well drained
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 tomatoes, finely diced
1 small red pepper, finely diced
1 garlic clove, finely diced
2 teaspoons cilantro, finely diced
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2 limes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
salt, pepper to taste

Steps:

In a jar with a tight lid, shake together the vinegar, oil, the juice of both limes- freshly squeezed, salt and pepper to taste. Add the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl, and drizzle with the dressing. Mix well, adding salt/pepper to taste if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

SPICY BLACK BEAN SPINACH SALAD

Spicy Black Bean Spinach Salad image

Make and share this Spicy Black Bean Spinach Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, rinsed
6 cups fresh spinach, cleaned and dry
1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomato
1 large shallot, chopped
3 tablespoons key lime juice
1 teaspoon key lime zest
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

Heat in a large skillet, 2 tbls olive oil.
Add shallots and cook until translucent.
Add spinach (2 cups at a time) until just wilted.
Once spinach is wilted add tomatoes, salt, cayenne pepper and black beans.
Remove from heat and place in serving bowl.
Mix 4 tbs olive oil and 3 tbls of lime juice and zest in a small mixing bowl.
Pour on spinach mixture and toss.
Sprinkle with pine nuts.
Serve at room temperature.

DIABETIC FRIENDLY BLACK BEAN & SPINACH SALAD

Diabetic Friendly Black Bean & Spinach Salad image

This salad has some of the top 20 items you can buy at your grocery store as far as health food is concerned. It's also Yummy!

Provided by Tiz4tggr

Categories Black Beans

Time 20m

Yield 6 1/2 Cup Servings, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar substitute
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 garlic clove
1/2 cup cilantro
1 medium red onion
1/2 lb Baby Spinach
2 roma tomatoes
5 stalks asparagus
1 large avocado
1 bell pepper
1 (8 ounce) can black beans

Steps:

Mix the dressing in a food processor so it emulsifies. This will also help cut up the garlic and cilantro. Steam the asparagus to desired doneness. Cut up all veggies into bite size pieces and mix with dressing. Chill for at least three hours before eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.8, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 243.4, Carbohydrate 19.8, Fiber 8, Sugar 5, Protein 6.3

Tips:

For a crunchier salad, use romaine lettuce or kale instead of spinach.
To add a bit of sweetness, try using fresh corn kernels, chopped red bell pepper, or diced mango.
For a spicier salad, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
If you're short on time, use canned black beans instead of dried beans.
This salad is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey.

Conclusion:

This diabetic-friendly black bean spinach salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite Mexican flavors. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also low in calories and fat. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!