Black Bean Salad

By KSmitherman

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans
• 3 scallions (green onions) sliced
• 2 ripe plum tomatoes, diced
• 1/3 cup corn, fresh, frozen or canned
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• minced garlic and/or hot peppers may be added for an extra zesty flavor

Preparation

Step 1

. Combine all ingredients in a medium size bowl and toss gently. Let the salad rest in the refrigerator until serving time.



2. Use this simple recipe as a starting point. Add green or red pepper, parsley, etc. to personalize this salad.



Makes 2 servings (approx 1 1/4 cups each.)