Fish and Bean Salad

This Fish and Bean Salad is a refreshing blend of tender grilled fish and nutritious beans, drizzled with a zesty lime vinaigrette. It's a perfect light meal that packs a punch of flavor and health benefits.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia) - 200 grams
• Canned black beans - 1 cup (240 grams), drained and rinsed
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup (150 grams), halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium (200 grams), diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium (30 grams), finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup (15 grams), chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3 grams)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1 gram)
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams)

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Season the fish fillets with salt, black pepper, and cumin on both sides.
3. Grill the fish for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flakey. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. In a large bowl, combine black beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
6. Flake the grilled fish into large pieces and add to the salad mixture.
7. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber and protein from beans, aiding in digestion and satiety.

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