Satisfying Black Bean and Corn Green Salad

This simple green salad combines the classic flavors of Mexican street corn with the freshness of romaine lettuce and avocado. The black beans add a protein boost, and the lime juice and olive oil dressing provides a bright and tangy flavor. This salad is a quick and easy way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.

This salad was inspired by a trip to Mexico City, where I was introduced to the deliciousness of Mexican street corn. I was immediately hooked on the combination of sweet corn, creamy avocado, and tangy lime juice. When I got back home, I started experimenting with different ways to recreate this flavor combination in a salad. After a few tries, I came up with this recipe, which is now one of my favorite summer salads.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head of romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Combine the lettuce, black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
2. Whisk together the lime juice and olive oil in a small bowl.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The combination of sweet corn, creamy avocado, and tangy lime juice is a classic flavor combination that is always a crowd-pleaser.
• The black beans add a protein boost to the salad, making it a more filling and satisfying meal.
• The romaine lettuce provides a fresh and crunchy base for the salad, and the red onion and cilantro add a bit of spice and flavor.
• The lime juice and olive oil dressing is light and refreshing, and it helps to brighten up the flavors of the salad.