Tex-Mex Fiesta Bean Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing

Recipe Collection: Salads

Tex-Mex Fiesta Bean Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing elevates your gatherings with a vibrant blend of black beans, pinto beans, and sweet corn, all enveloped in a refreshing cilantro-lime dressing. This vegetarian dish is perfect for parties or as a colorful side, offering a burst of flavor and texture in every bite.

With its tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy notes, this salad is versatile enough to complement any meal or stand alone as a satisfying appetizer. Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can explore personalized recipe recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep. Select this recipe, organize your ingredients, and follow the step-by-step guide to create a dish that will impress everyone at your table!

Overview

This vibrant and flavorful Texas Caviar is a delightful twist on the classic, featuring a medley of black beans, pinto beans, and sweet corn, all tossed in a tangy cilantro-lime dressing. Perfect as a party appetizer or a refreshing side dish, this recipe is sure to impress with its bold flavors and colorful presentation.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Tex-Mex

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 15 Ounces (oz) black beans, drained
• 2 15 Ounces (oz) pinto beans, drained
• 2 15 Ounces (oz) white corn, drained
• 1 4 Ounces (oz) green chiles
• 1 Whole red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Whole green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Small red onion, minced
• 1 Whole jalapeño chile pepper, minced
• 1 Bunch cilantro leaves, minced

Dressing

• 0.5 Cups rice vinegar
• 0.5 Cups olive oil
• 0.33 Cups white sugar
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) garlic powder
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh lime juice
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) lime zest, zested
• 0.5 Teaspoons (tsp) kosher salt
• 0.25 Teaspoons (tsp) black pepper, ground

Steps

1. Gather all ingredients and prepare them as described in the ingredients list.
2. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, pinto beans, white corn, green chiles, red and green bell peppers, red onion, jalapeño pepper, and cilantro. Toss gently to mix.
3. In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, garlic powder, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool for at least 10 minutes.
4. Pour the cooled dressing over the bean mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve chilled with scoop-style tortilla chips or as a side dish. Enjoy the zesty and refreshing flavors of this Texas Caviar!

Enjoy your homemade Tex-Mex Fiesta Bean Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing!