Three Sisters Salad

The Three Sisters Salad celebrates the harmony of corn, beans, and squash, traditional staples of Native American cuisine, combined with fresh greens and a zesty dressing. This vibrant and nutritious salad is perfect for a light meal or as a side dish.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 100 grams
• Corn kernels (fresh or frozen) - 100 grams
• Black beans (cooked and rinsed) - 100 grams
• Zucchini (diced) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 100 grams
• Red onion (finely chopped) - 30 grams
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the fresh spinach, corn kernels, black beans, diced zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
4. Serve immediately, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 210 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with antioxidants from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health and immunity.

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