Fresh Zesty Mexican Salad

Name: Fresh Zesty Mexican Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup of sweet corn kernels, fresh or canned; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped; 3 tablespoons of olive oil; 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice; 1 clove of garlic, minced; 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin; Salt and black pepper to taste

A colorful and refreshing salad packed with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a bright cilantro lime dressing.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Mexican· July 20, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

15 minutes

Serves

This Mexican salad is a staple in my kitchen because it is so easy to toss together on a busy weeknight. Everyone loves how the crunch of the fresh peppers and onions pairs perfectly with the creamy black beans and sweet corn.

My favorite thing about this dish is that the flavors get even better after they sit in the fridge for a little while. If you want to make it ahead of time, just add the dressing right before you are ready to serve.

🧺 Ingredients

1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup of sweet corn kernels, fresh or canned
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons of olive oil
2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice
1 clove of garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced bell pepper, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro.
2
In a small separate jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently until the vegetables are evenly coated.
4
Let the salad sit for at least ten minutes to allow the flavors to blend before serving.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. This salad tastes wonderful served alongside grilled chicken or inside a warm flour tortilla for a quick taco lunch.

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