Corn and Black Bean Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette | CookOS

Corn and Black Bean Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

Name: Corn and Black Bean Salad with Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 (15 oz) can black bean, drained and rinsed; 1 cup corn kernels; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro; ½ tsp salt

This warm corn and black bean salad combines sweet corn, earthy beans, and smoky chili powder, finished with fresh lime juice and cilantro for brightness. It's a quick, flavor-forward side dish that works with nearly any entrée.

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Total

1h 10m

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$17–$28

Recipe Source

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From Recette Magazine

Ingredients

1 (15 oz) can black bean, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
1 tsp chili powder
1 tbsp olive oil
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ tsp salt

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Instructions

1
Combine black beans, corn kernels, chile powder, red onion, and olive oil in a Suvie pan, stirring to incorporate. Insert pan into your Suvie, input settings, and cook now or schedule. Bottom Zone: Slow Cook High for 1 hour
2
After the cook, transfer black bean mixture to a large bowl with the lime juice, cilantro, and ½ tsp salt. Stir to incorporate. Adjust seasoning to taste. Divide between bowls and serve.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Slow-cook the black beans, corn, and red onion together before adding the lime juice and cilantro—this allows the chili powder to bloom and flavors to meld.
Don't skip rinsing the canned black beans; it removes excess sodium and starch for a cleaner taste.
Add the fresh cilantro at the very end to preserve its bright, fresh character and prevent it from becoming bitter or dark.

Substitutions

Fresh corn kernels → frozen corn kernels (thaw and drain before cooking)
Fresh cilantro → parsley (milder flavor, less citrus note)
Chili powder → cumin or smoked paprika (shifts flavor profile slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or lime juice to refresh flavors.