Easy Black Bean Salad
By: Author Katie
This easy black bean salad is packed with some of my favorite ingredients: black beans, corn, tomatoes, cucumber, and more! Then, this great side dish is tossed with a zesty lime dressing thats full of flavor. This easy cold salad is a staple recipe for healthy eating on a hot summer day!
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Aldi Salad Idea #: Pesto Tortellini Salad
This recipe is just 5 ingredients and couldnt be easier to prepare. It goes well with burgers, steak, grilled chicken, or shrimp. Its also a perfect salad for a potluck.
Ingredients Needed:
- 2 packages of Priano Three Cheese Tortellini I found these in the refrigerated cheese section. $1.99. There are dried tortellini packages by the pasta, but we prefer the refrigerated version.
- 1 jar 6.7 oz Pesto Sauce $1.69
- 1 package of grape tomatoes $1.99 $2.89. We prefer Cherub Tomatoes which cost a few cents more.
- red onion, diced A bag of red onions costs $2.19. You will use red onions in other recipes. Use 1/2 1 full onion depending on your love of onions.
- fresh mozzarella $2.39. Chop the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces or look for the mini mozzarella balls.
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More Easy Salad Recipes:
Here are a few more of my favorite, delicious recipes to enjoy during the summer heat:
Classic Potato Salad is always a good idea for summer potlucks and pool days! My potato salad recipe is incredibly simple to make and contains the classic flavors you love!
My go-to side salad these days is this Copycat Olive Garden Salad. Its easy to make and so good!
If youre craving something Italian, make this Mixed Greens Salad with Prosciutto and Lemon Vinaigrette. It pairs perfectly with pizza, pasta, and more!
This Bleu Cheese BLT Salad is so flavorful! I top this salad with homemade croutons and plenty of bacon. Youll love it!
Need to use up that summer produce? Make this Zucchini Tomato Bail Salad. Its a lettuce-free salad, which is a nice change!
Whats your go-to summer salad recipe?
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Whats In Black Bean Salad
For this black bean and corn salad, youll need these fresh ingredients:
- Salt and Black Pepper
This is just an ingredient checklist. For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.
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Is Quinoa Salad Healthy
Quinoa is rich in fiber, minerals, antioxidants and all nine essential amino acids, making it one of the healthiest and most nutritious foods. Add mango, black beans and bell peppers, and this quinoa salad packs with vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, folate, iron and lutein, so its not just tasty, its also good for you.
Black Bean And Vegetable Loaded Sweet Potatoes
Method
Serves:
- 50g Emporium Selection Greek style fetta
- 2 x 400g cans El Tora black beans
- ½ cup Just Organic Italian tomato passata
- 100g green beans
- 3 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon style mustard
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Ways To Eat Black Bean Salad
- Chips and Dip eat like black bean salsa with store bought or homemade tortilla chips
- As a Topping for Grilled Meats this southwestern black bean salad is delicious on grilled chicken or grilled flank steak if youre looking for bold flavor with your meat
- Make No-Cook Veggie Tacos one of my favorite things is steaming flour or corn tortillas and fill them with this black bean salad, cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and avocado or guacamole.
- Make a Fresh Salad serve on top of a bed of lettuce or mixed greens for a simple, Mexican-inspired salad.
- Try an Easy Burrito Bowl Main Dish serve Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken atop steamed white rice. Then, spoon this black bean salad on top of the chicken.
- Mexican Breakfast Eggs add this classic black bean salad in an omelet or on top of scrambled eggs with sliced avocado and a dash of hot sauce.
- Easy Side Dish toss this black bean salad recipe with chilled couscous or quinoa sprinkle with cotija or other cheese of choice
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Tips For Making This Bean Salad
- If using beans from a can, make sure to drain and rinse well. Black bean juice can make this dish less appealing visually.
- Allowing this recipe to marinate in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving really enhances the flavor.
- Keeps in the refrigerator for 5-7 days in an airtight container
The original recipe comes from Ann Esselstyn in Dr. Caldwell Esselstyns book Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease.
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Black Bean And Brown Rice Salad
May 18, 2017
A little over a week ago, Ryan and I found out that our new neighbors were big fans of Survivor and tuned in every Wednesday night to watch the reality show unfold. Since Ryan and I were borderline convinced we were the only Survivor fans remaining, we had to take advantage of stumbling upon local fans and planned a casual watch-party cookout .
We figured it would be an excuse to get way too into the reality show and a great way to get to know our new neighbors over yummy food!
Since the cookout was a super casual gathering, I didnt feel a ton of pressure to entertain and kept everything very simple. I planned out easy but delicious dishes and did all of the shopping for our cookout at ALDI. The vast majority of the produce I purchased was organic and the chips, salsa and pantry staples I brought home were almost all from the ALDI SimplyNature line, which is super affordable, includes a lot of organic items and is completely free of any artificial colors or flavors.
You guys, I am honestly blown away by my grocery bill every time I leave ALDI. Ever since Ryan and I visited the revamped Mooresville location after church a few weeks ago following my friend Jess praises about their affordable organic foods, Ive tried to pop in whenever I find myself in the area because the prices and quality cannot be beat.
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How To Make It:
Prepare the salad. First, youll combine chickpeas, edamame, carrots, bell peppers, and cranberries in a serving bowl.
Make the dressing. Next, youll whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, cumin, and Italian seasoning in a small mixing bowl.
Dress and serve. Last, youll pour the dressing over the salad and mix to combine. You can serve right away or chill for several hours to overnight.
Youll Love The Fresh Ingredients Of This Copycat Aldis Chickpea Salad
The main ingredients in this chickpea edamame salad are:
- Edamame. Best is frozen and shelled, but you can also use canned edamame, just drain the liquid.
- Chickpeas. Choose a quality brand of chickpeas and you will have little to no chickpea shells to remove.
- Carrots. Fresh shredded or grated carrots are the way to go here. In a pinch, you can use matchstick carrots but I find they can be dry and dont have as much flavor.
- Dried cranberries. Or you might call them Craisins. These add a yummy, tangy and slightly sweet flavor!
- Bell peppers. Aldis uses a combination of red and green but you can go with any color bell pepper youd like.
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Healthy Summer Garden Bean Salad
An awesome tasting Garden Bean Salad packed with three types of beans, spinach, avocado and dressed in an Asian style dressing.
Summer cooking in my kitchen means lots of light meals and salads, and the chunkier and more stuffed with good things the better!
Because Im responsible for dinner every night, I try to keep things on the healthier side. My kids know that we have a three-bite rule and they cant just look at something on the plate and proclaim to not like it. Luckily for some awesome reason, salads are something that they really like.
As part of my ALDI partnership and shopping experience I made this tasty Garden Bean Salad with all of the ingredients easily available from an ALDI store near you. This recipe made a seriously giant bowl of salad, enough to easily feed four adults and it only costs $1.12 per serving because ALDI can offer up fresh produce and other goods at up to 50% less than other grocery stores.* Thats hard to beat and especially with several of the ingredients being organic!
Fresh meat and seafood are also available at super low prices and even giant family sized pizza for when you have back-to-back after school activities and no time to cook.
Ive made this salad twice, the second time I added some chopped grilled Kirkwood Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs to it and it was ridiculously good. I loved how I could really pile my plate super high and still feel good after I inhaled it probably way too quickly.
Aldi Salad Idea #: Grilled Chicken Mediterranean Salad With Pita Crisps
We are a crouton-loving family, but for this salad, I made pita crisps. Theyre so easy to make and very addicting to snack on with hummus. You can buy a box of pita crisps for less, but the homemade version is much better and worth the extra 65 cents and time.
Ingredients Needed:
- chicken breasts or tenders $6.34
- romaine hearts organic $2.79 or non-organic $2.59
- 1/2 to 1 red onion, according to taste. Diced.
- cucumbers seedless $1.19 or regular .59. Diced
- avocado -.79 each. Peeled, seeded, chopped.
- grape tomatoes I prefer the Cherub Tomatoes at $2.89.
- chickpeas -.50/can. Drained and rinsed.
- Feta Crumbles $2.19.
- kalamata olives if available. These olives can be pricey, but take this salad up a notch.
- 1-2 lemons $1.49 for bag.
- garlic $1.39/3 pack
- pita bread $1.99 or box of pita crackers $1.35
- pantry items needed: olive oil, oregano, salt/pepper, cooking spray
Instructions:
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Aldi Salad Idea# : Tomato Black Bean & Feta Salad
This salad is my go-to for potlucks. It makes a lot, and I ate the leftovers for lunch over a bed of romaine.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained. 89 cents
- 1 container cherry or grape tomatoes, sliced. $1.99 $2.89. We prefer Cherub Tomatoes which cost a few cents more.
- 1 cucumber, chopped into small pieces. I like the seedless tomatoes for $1.19, but regular cukes were 59 cents.
- 1-2 Tbsp chopped fine Parsley. If you cant find fresh parsley at ALDI, they often have cilantro.
- 1/2 red onion, chopped fine. You could also chop up a bunch of spring onions
- Feta Crumbles $2.19
- pantry items: extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper
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Why Youll Love This Recipe
This chickpea edamame salad tastes great by itself as a cold bean salad. Its healthy, tangy and filling.
This recipe doubles as a dip thats delicious served with tortilla chips! Its a great appetizer or healthy snack.
You can also enjoy this chickpea medly as a salad topping to jazz up some leafy greens. This salad stores well in the fridge so you can make it ahead and then spoon it onto a fresh-made salad for a healthy lunch or dinner.
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Why Should You Make This Salad
I love this salad because it comes together in less than thirty minutes and uses common pantry ingredients. The bulk of the salad is comprised of:
If youre anything like me, you probably already have these ingredients in your pantry! The remaining salad ingredients can be found at your local grocery store and provide lots of great crunch and freshness. A quick lemon vinaigrette brings everything together!
This salad pairs perfectly with your favorite grain, like quinoa or rice. It also works wonderfully on a bed of leafy greens or massaged kale. Either way, it makes the perfect vegan lunch. Its fresh, filling, and packed with plant-based protein! Thank you, beans. Its also a great salad to bring as a side dish to a BBQ or potluck. Not only is it delicious, but its easy to transport and holds up wonderfully in the fridge. Whether you pack it for lunch or for your next post-Covid potluck , you wont regret making it!
How To Make Homemade Tortilla Chips
Need a healthy chip? Homemade corn tortillas are SO easy to make. Simply use regular corn tortillas. Slice each one into 8 slices using a pizza slicer. Arrange on a baking sheet and spritz with a water bottle. Sprinkle with sea salt and garlic powder.
Bake at 400 degrees for about 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden brown. These are the healthiest tortilla chips and are delish!
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How To Make Black Bean Salad
This Mexican bean salad couldnt be easier to make, but the best thing about this Black Bean Salad recipe is that you dont have to turn the oven on to make it! Heres a quick overview of the preparation steps:
You can serve this healthy bean salad immediately, but I actually like to wait at least an hour before eating it.
I find that the flavor of this black bean and corn salad gets better over time! So, feel free to make it ahead of time and eat it the next day.
The above is simply a quick summary of this recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.
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