Ensalada de Frijoles

Ensalada de Frijoles is a vibrant and nutritious Mexican bean salad that combines the earthiness of black beans with fresh vegetables and zesty lime dressing. This refreshing dish is perfect for a light dinner or as a side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

• Black beans - 240 grams (1 cup, cooked)
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams (1 cup, halved)
• Red onion - 50 grams (1/4 cup, finely chopped)
• Cucumber - 100 grams (1/2 cup, diced)
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams (1/2 cup, diced)
• Fresh cilantro - 15 grams (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Lime juice - 30 ml (2 tablespoons)
• Olive oil - 15 ml (1 tablespoon)
• Ground cumin - 1 gram (1/4 teaspoon)
• Salt - 2 grams (1/2 teaspoon)
• Black pepper - 1 gram (1/4 teaspoon)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to combine until all ingredients are well coated.
4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from black beans, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• High in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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