Best 5 Skinny Mexican Bean Salad Recipes

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Skinny Mexican Bean Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the freshness of vegetables with the zesty flavors of Mexican spices. It's a perfect dish for those looking for a healthy and delicious meal. This colorful salad is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like black beans, corn, tomatoes, and bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy and light dressing. It's a versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish, and is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

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MEXICAN BEAN SALAD



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A colorful, spicy, and refreshing bean and corn salad.

Provided by Karen Castle

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Corn Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
1 red onion, chopped
½ cup olive oil
½ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 clove crushed garlic
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ tablespoon ground cumin
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
1 dash hot pepper sauce
½ teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beans, bell peppers, frozen corn, and red onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, salt, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and black pepper. Season to taste with hot sauce and chili powder.
  • Pour olive oil dressing over vegetables; mix well. Chill thoroughly, and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Carbohydrate 41.7 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1158.8 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

MEXICAN BEAN SALAD



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This is the perfect salad to take to a family reunion or potluck. It's colorful, keeps well and is full of flavor without being too spicy or vinegary. I think the Sun Vista brand of beans has the best flavor for this recipe. Passive cooking time is chill time.

Provided by puppitypup

Categories     Black Beans

Time 2h

Yield 24 , 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans
1 red onion, chopped
1 red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (1 T if dried)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon crushed garlic
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt (less if regular table salt)
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 dash Tabasco sauce
2 dashes chili powder
1 avocado, diced

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse beans.
  • Combine beans, onion, red pepper, cilantro and corn in a very large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together remaining ingredients except for the chili powder.
  • Pour dressing over beans and mix well.
  • Sprinkle a dash of chili powder over the top of the salad.
  • Cover and chill thoroughly.
  • Before serving, toss salad again, then add another dash of chili powder and spread avocado over the top of the salad.
  • (Don't add the avocado until right before serving.).

SKINNY MEXICAN BEAN SALAD WITH CORN



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Two kinds of beans, juicy corn and tomatoes, crisp peppers, and green onions are tossed in a lime-chili-cumin vinaigrette that's perfectly light. Great for summertime potlucks, picnics, lunch, or a meatless dinner

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories     30-Minute Meals

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

one 15.25-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed (I used no-salt added)
one 15.25-ounce can dark kidney beans, drained and rinsed (I used 50% reduced sodium)
one 15.25-ounce can corn, drained and rinsed (I used no-salt added; fresh or frozen corn may be substituted)
1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved if desired
3/4 cup red bell peppers, diced small
3/4 cup queso fresco, diced small (another cheese may be substituted)
1/2 cup green onions, sliced into thin rounds
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, finely minced, or to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 to 2 tablespoon agave or honey
1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
1 teaspoon cumin, or to taste
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

Steps:

  • To a large bowl, add all ingredients and stir to combine; set aside.
  • To a medium bowl, add all ingredients, whisk to combine, pour over salad, and toss to combine.
  • Taste salad, check for seasoning balance, and make any necessary flavor adjustments, i.e. more salt, pepper, vinegar, honey, etc. and add as desired.
  • Cover, refrigerate for at least 3 hours to allow flavors to marry, and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Carbohydrate 68 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 15 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 15 grams fat, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1240 milligrams sodium, Sugar 20 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

SKINNY MEXICAN BEAN SALAD



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15% fewer calories • 30% less fat • 68% more vitamin A than the original recipe. Bean salad gets sassy and healthier, too.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ dark red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (11 oz) no-salt-added whole kernel sweet corn, drained
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, each cut in half
1 cup chopped green bell pepper (1 medium)
1 cup chopped red bell pepper (1 medium)
1/2 cup sliced green onions (8 medium)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar or cider vinegar
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix salad ingredients. In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients with wire whisk until blended.
  • Pour dressing over salad; toss to mix. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 8.0 g, Protein 9.0 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1198.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g, TransFat 0 g

MEXICAN BEAN SALAD



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Make and share this Mexican Bean Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Graybert

Categories     Black Beans

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels
1 red onion, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 clove crushed garlic
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beans, bell peppers, frozen corn, and red onion.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, salt, garlic, cilantro, cumin, and black pepper.
  • Season to taste with hot sauce and chili powder.
  • Pour olive oil dressing over vegetables; mix well.
  • Chill thoroughly, and serve cold.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and corn. If fresh produce is not available, you can substitute canned or frozen vegetables.
  • Be sure to drain and rinse the black beans and corn before adding them to the salad. This will help to remove any excess starch and salt.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as bell peppers, onions, or cucumbers.
  • If you want a spicier salad, add a jalapeño pepper or some chili powder.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This Skinny Mexican Bean Salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy and refreshing salad, give this recipe a try!

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