Texas Pinto Bean Salad

Texas Pinto Bean Salad is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines the earthy flavor of pinto beans with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect for a light meal or a side dish, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Pinto beans (cooked) - 1 cup
• Cherry tomatoes - 1/2 cup, halved
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Cucumber - 1/2 cup, diced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1/2 cup, diced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Avocado - 1/2, diced

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pinto beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, bell pepper, and fresh cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
4. Add the diced avocado on top and serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 39 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from pinto beans, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from avocado, which support heart health.

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