Fresh corn salad with black beans and tomatoes is a summer staple that is both refreshing and flavorful. With its sweet corn, tangy tomatoes, and creamy black beans, this salad is a perfect side dish or light lunch. It's also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep work. Whether you're grilling out with friends or packing a lunch for a busy day, this fresh corn salad is sure to be a hit.
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BLACK BEAN, CORN, AND TOMATO SALAD
This is easy, delicious, colorful, delicious, uses currently-in-season fresh corn and tomatoes, and, oh yes, is really good. I made a double batch of this yesterday for two of us, and we just polished off the rest of it this evening. BTW, Ordinary tomato is fine instead of plum tomato (and we happen to use more of it); I highly recommend flat-leaf parsley, if you can find it, because the curly stuff is not nearly as flavorful; You can use radicchio or any other kind of lettuce (if you choose to use any at all); The salad tastes even better the second day!; Flavor is better when served closer to room temp as opposed to ice cold.
Provided by Dave Miner
Categories Black Beans
Time 25m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl whisk together lemon juice, oil, and salt to taste.
- Stir in remaining ingredients, except lettuce leaves, with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Let salad stand, stirring once or twice, 15 minutes for flavors to develop.
- Line 2 plates with lettuce and divide salad between them.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.8, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 20, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 4.3, Protein 17.1
FRESH CORN, BLACK BEANS, AND TOMATO SALAD
Another great tasting recipe from Cook's Illustrated: Fresh off the cob is perhaps the best way to eat summer corn, but corn tossed with beans and tomatoes is a close second. The sweetness of the beans and the acidity of the tomatoes bring out the flavor of the corn. We wanted to find the best way to combine and flavor this trio. Here's what we discovered: Boil the ears of corn until just tender, then cool them quickly under running water so that they don't overcook. Canned black beans taste fine, as long as you rinse and drain them thoroughly to remove any of the liquid in which they come packed. Choose sweet-tasting, firm-textured grape or cherry tomatoes. They release less watery juice into the salad than diced full-size tomatoes do.
Provided by Pi-E8216
Categories Black Beans
Time 20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- For the dressing: Combine first 8 ingredients in a jar with a tight fitting lid then Shake all of the dressing ingredients together.
- Cook the corn in 6 quarts boiling water until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Cut the kernels from each cob into a large mixing bowl using a paring knife. Add the tomatoes, beans, scallions, cilantro, and dressing and toss. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
- To Make Ahead.
- This salad can be prepared, covered, and refrigerated a day in advance. Before serving, bring to room temperature and freshen with a squeeze of lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- My Note: For the two of us, I used just 2 ears, microwaved in a covered dish for 2 minutes, about a pint of grape tomatoes from the Farmers Market, one can of black beans, half small onion and 1 tab minced cilantro (you can omit cilantro if you don't like it, still taste great). For the dressing I just cut everything in half except I did use one garlic clove and 1 small jalapeno minced very fine. Plus I used half tablespoon of white wine vinegar and red wine vinegar each, you can use a bit more according to your taste. Fresh corn is the key here, plus I used Bush's Low Sodium Black Beans. This dish should not be served ice cold let it come to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.4, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 165.1, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 3.3, Protein 7
BLACK BEAN, CORN AND TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 24m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Salad: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, salt, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper, if using. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until soft. Add the corn kernels and bay leaf. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Add the broth and black beans. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 4 minutes. Add the tomatoes and jicama and stir until warmed through, about 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat.
- Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, lime juice, agave nectar (or maple syrup, if using), lemon zest, and lime zest. Whisk in the olive oil until the mixture is smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Remove the bay leaf and put the salad in a serving bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm or at room temperature.
ROASTED MEXICAN CORN SALAD WITH BLACK BEANS
Combining the flavors of Mexican street corn and black beans will make a tasty and colorful side salad. Grill the corn ahead of time and refrigerate, if you like.
Provided by Bibi
Time 35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate. Brush corn with vegetable oil.
- Grill corn on the preheated grill until some kernels are lightly charred on all sides, about 12 minutes. Use tongs to turn corn, every 3 to 4 minutes, to expose more kernels to the heat. Remove from grill and allow to cool.
- Cut kernels into a large bowl. Add black beans, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and red onion.
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, taco seasoning, salt, black pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl; mix until well combined. Pour over the salad and toss until well mixed. Sprinkle with cotija crumbles, cilantro, and green onions. Garnish with cherry tomatoes. Serve chilled, or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 407 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD
This colorful, crunchy black bean and corn salad is chock-full of easy-to-swallow nutrition that all ages will love. Try it with a variety of summer entrees, or as a wholesome salsa! -Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients; pour over corn mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CORN, TOMATO AND BLACK BEAN SALAD
Provided by Moira Hodgson
Categories weekday, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Shuck the corn and scrape off the kernels with a knife. Combine with the black beans in a bowl.
- Cut the tomatoes into quarters, and add them to the beans with the onion. Add the oil, lime juice, salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Just before serving, snip the basil leaves with scissors and mix them into the salad. Correct seasoning.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 381, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 750 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams
BLACK BEANS, CORN, AND TOMATOES VINAIGRETTE
Categories Salad Bean Side Vegetarian Family Reunion Chill Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan combine the black beans and enough cold water to cover them by 2 inches, bring the water to a boil, and simmer the beans for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until they are just tender but not mushy. Drain the beans and in a bowl combine them with the corn, the tomato, the scallion, and the minced coriander. In a small bowl whisk together the oil, the lemon juice, and the salt, pour the dressing over the vegetables while the beans are still warm, and let the salad cool, stirring occasionally, until the beans are room temperature. The salad may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Serve the salad, garnished with the coriander sprigs, at room temperature or chilled slightly.
BLACK BEAN, CORN, AND TOMATO SALAD
Categories Salad Bean Leafy Green Tomato Side No-Cook Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Corn Vegan Gourmet
Yield Serves 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl whisk together lemon juice, oil, and salt to taste. Stir in remaining ingredients, except lettuce leaves, with salt and black pepper to taste and let salad stand, stirring once or twice, 15 minutes for flavors to develop. Line 2 plates with lettuce and divide salad between them.
BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALAD I
This bright, simple salad is a great pot luck dish, or a great main dish served with tortillas or cornbread. Depending on your family's tastes, red peppers can be all sweet bell peppers, or can be a combination of sweet and hot peppers. Keeps well for several days.
Provided by Bonnie Moore
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Corn Salad Recipes
Time 12h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix together vinaigrette, seasoned pepper, cilantro, cayenne pepper, and cumin. Set dressing aside.
- In a large bowl, stir together beans, corn, onion, green onions, and red bell pepper. Toss with dressing. Cover, and refrigerate overnight. Toss again before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.2 calories, Carbohydrate 49.5 g, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 10.9 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1083.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, sweet corn for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen or canned corn, but the flavor will not be as good.
- If you are using fresh corn, remove the kernels from the cob using a sharp knife. You can also use a corn stripper to make this task easier.
- Be sure to rinse and drain the black beans before using them. This will help to remove any excess salt or starch.
- Use a variety of tomatoes for added flavor and color. Cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or Roma tomatoes all work well in this salad.
- Add some chopped cilantro or parsley for extra freshness. You can also add a pinch of chili powder or cumin for a little spice.
- Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
This fresh corn salad with black beans and tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing salad, give this recipe a try.
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