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Cowboy Salad

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  • Author: laloti
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant cowboy salad bursting with flavor, featuring beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing.


Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, kidney beans, corn, bell peppers, onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and quinoa or rice.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  4. Top with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For optimal freshness, prepare the salad just before serving. Keep the dressing separate if meal prepping.