Avocado Black Bean Salad

This Avocado Black Bean Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for a healthy midnight snack. Bursting with flavor and color, it combines creamy avocados, hearty black beans, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 ripe avocado - diced
• 1 cup canned black beans - rinsed and drained
• 1 medium tomato - diced
• 1/4 cup red onion - finely chopped
• 1/4 cup corn - canned or frozen and thawed
• 1 small jalapeño - seeded and minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro - chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced avocado, black beans, tomato, red onion, corn, jalapeño, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 280 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from avocados, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness.

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