Best 7 Spicy Black Bean Potato Salad Recipes

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Black bean potato salad is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course. It is often made with a combination of black beans, potatoes, vegetables, and a zesty dressing. Black bean potato salad is also a great source of protein and fiber, making it a healthy and satisfying choice. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for spicy black bean potato salad, providing a range of options to suit different tastes and preferences. From classic versions with a tangy vinaigrette to more creative takes featuring smoky chipotle peppers or roasted vegetables, we'll guide you through the steps to create a delicious and satisfying spicy black bean potato salad that will be a hit at your next potluck or gathering.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This Southwestern black bean salad recipe is healthy and delicious! This fresh black bean salad is perfect for potlucks, parties and busy weeks. Recipe yields 4 large or up to 8 side servings.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Salad

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cans of black beans (15 ounces each) or 4 1/2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed and well-drained
2 ears of corn, shucked, or 1 cup of canned corn (drained) or defrosted frozen corn
1 orange, yellow or red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup quartered cherry tomatoes
1 cup chopped red onion (from 1 small onion)
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro (about 1/2 medium bunch)
1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped (keep the seeds for heat if you'd like, or remove them for mild flavor) or 2 tablespoons finely chopped pickled jalapeño
1/2 teaspoon lime zest (from 1 lime, preferably organic)
2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime), to taste
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
Optional garnishes: sliced avocado, crumbled feta, lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a large serving bowl, combine all of the ingredients and toss to combine. Taste, and adjust as necessary until the flavors really pop-I usually add another teaspoon or two of vinegar (you can use lime juice instead, for more mild flavor) and another 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Cover and chill to enhance the flavors-preferably for at least 2 hours, or overnight. Serve in individual bowls as is, or with any of the garnishes listed. Leftovers keep well for up to 4 days or so; you might want to wake up the flavors with an extra squeeze of lime juice or tiny splash of vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 245 calories, Sugar 4.1 g, Sodium 769.2 mg, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 10.9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

SPICY BLACK BEANS



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
One 4-ounce can diced green chiles
Two 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup Cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, salt, chile powder and cayenne and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the chiles, beans and broth and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans have softened and the sauce has thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with cilantro leaves and Cotija.

ROASTED SWEET POTATO SALAD WITH BLACK BEANS AND CHILE DRESSING



Roasted Sweet Potato Salad With Black Beans and Chile Dressing image

Start with sweet potatoes, which are in season, beautiful and cheap, and roast them with red onion and olive oil. Roasting instead of boiling makes a huge difference: not only do you get a rich, smoky flavor, but the peeled exterior is toughened a bit so that the potatoes stay intact when tossed with the other ingredients. You can serve this sweet potato salad warm or at room temperature; it's great both ways.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 large onion, preferably red, chopped
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh hot chili, like jalapeño
1 clove garlic, peeled
Juice of 2 limes
2 cups cooked black beans, drained (canned are fine)
1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Put sweet potatoes and onions on a large baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil, toss to coat and spread out in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast, turning occasionally, until potatoes begin to brown on corners and are just tender inside, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven; keep on pan until ready to mix with dressing.
  • Put chilies in a blender or mini food processor along with garlic, lime juice, remaining olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Process until blended.
  • Put warm vegetables in a large bowl with beans and bell pepper; toss with dressing and cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve warm or at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to a day.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 501, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 950 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

SPICY BLACK BEAN SALAD



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Great with tortilla chips. Serve chilled.

Provided by Kelly Michael Hammer

Categories     Salad     Beans     Black Bean Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 red onion, diced
¾ cup salsa, or as desired
½ cup olive oil
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix black beans, corn, red onion, salsa, olive oil, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to 2 days. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.4 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Fat 11.6 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 805.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SWEET N' SPICY BLACK BEAN SALAD



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This black bean salad is fresh, full of different textures and very flavorful. It's sweet and tangy with a slight kick from the jalapeno. Cilantro adds freshness to the salad. Simple to make, this would be a great side dish for a potluck or a summer cookout. Very yummy.

Provided by Theresa Poma

Categories     Other Salads

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

DRESSING
1/2 c sugar
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 c canola oil
1/3 c apple cider vinegar
SALAD
2 can(s) black beans, rinsed and drained (16 ounce each)
1 c green bell pepper, diced
3/4 c red bell pepper, diced
1/3 c white onions, diced
1 c corn, can use canned and drained, or frozen
1 Tbsp jalapeno peppers, diced
1 tsp garlic powder
1/4 c cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all DRESSING ingredients well.
  • 2. In a large bowl, add all SALAD ingredients.
  • 3. Pour the dressing over the well combined salad ingredients.
  • 4. Mix together to combine and refrigerate for several hours for flavors to blend.

SPICY BLACK BEAN AND SWEET POTATO CHILI



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This thick, smoky vegan chili comes together in just under an hour, and most of that time is hands-off simmering. You can use any kind of sweet potato here - keep in mind that the orange or garnet "yam" you see at the grocery store is actually a sweet potato - but you could also switch it up and use any peeled sweet winter squash, like butternut or kabocha. The recipe calls for either coconut oil or vegetable oil. If you'd like a mild coconut flavor, which plays well with the orange juice, choose unrefined or virgin coconut oil; for a neutral flavor, choose refined coconut oil or any vegetable oil. Use one chipotle chile for a very mild chili, and four if you like yours very spicy. (Get the slow-cooker version of this recipe here.)

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 large yellow or red onion, finely chopped
Kosher salt and black pepper
6 garlic cloves, smashed and roughly chopped
2 packed tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
3/4 cup orange juice
1 to 4 chipotles from a can of chipotles in adobo, finely chopped, plus 3 tablespoons adobo sauce
1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes (4 to 5 small-medium or about 2 large), scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained
1 (28-ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes, preferably fire-roasted
Juice of 1 lime (about 1 1/2 tablespoons)
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen corn
Sliced avocado and red onion, for topping

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, warm the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, season with salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring and adjusting the heat as needed to avoid burning, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the brown sugar, cumin, garlic and onion powders, and stir to combine. Add the orange juice and let it come to a simmer. Add the chipotles and adobo sauce, sweet potatoes, beans, tomatoes and lime juice. Season generously with black pepper and 2 teaspoons salt. Stir in 1 1/4 cups water and bring to a boil.
  • Once the chili comes to a boil, decrease the heat to low to maintain a simmer. Cover the pot and cook until the sweet potatoes are tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Just before serving, stir in the corn and let it warm through. Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary. Top with avocado and red onion.

BLACK BEAN AND SWEET POTATO SALAD



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This is a great, easy recipe! It comes from Everyday Food. I packed it for my lunch and I'm really impressed by the flavor. Great for a side dish or light meal.

Provided by Reddyrat

Categories     Black Beans

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2-1 teaspoon cumin
coarse salt and pepper
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 1 pound total)
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Place sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet; drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil. Season with cumin, red-pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
  • Roast on lower rack, until tender, tossing once during cooking, 25 to 35 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, whisk lime juice with remaining 2 tablespoons oil; season with salt and pepper. Add sweet potatoes, beans, onion, and cilantro; mix gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.1, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 38.8, Carbohydrate 32.8, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 3.5, Protein 7.9

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use freshly cooked black beans. If you're using canned beans, be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • If you don't have any celery on hand, you can substitute diced cucumber or red bell pepper.
  • For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few chopped jalapeños.
  • If you're making the salad ahead of time, be sure to chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the salad with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for an extra creamy and tangy flavor.

Conclusion:

This spicy black bean and potato salad is a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad recipe, give this one a try!

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