I have not felt much like cooking, so I've been on the lookout for interesting summer salad recipes.
I didn't have to look very far.
Carol at Comfort Spring Blog posted a delicious beautiful looking salad this week that is made with black beans, avocado, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, corn and more. I love this combination of ingredients, and I really enjoy reading Carol's blog. It's not the first time I've found a really good recipe on her blog. I decided to try it.
This "no cooking required" satisfying salad is packed with protein, is easy to assemble, and perfect for this 90 degree weather.
I don't always eat dressing on my salads, but I know most people do. Carol shares a wonderful homemade salad dressing recipe for the salad.
In addition, I am not able to digest corn very well- so I left it out. I sprinkled my salad with some freshly ground cumin and was a happy camper.
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| Halfway through before I added the remainder of ingredients |
The black beans in the salad provide substantial protein, and the creamy avocado tastes almost like a dressing to me. I can only imagine how good the salad tastes with Carol's homemade dressing.
I ate the salad as a meal since it's so hot that I really didn't feel like eating anything else. I loved everything in it, and the recipe met gluten-free and vegan standards. The salad is versatile and can be eaten in a variety of ways.
💡 Make It Your Own: Easy Ways to Enjoy This Salad
Turn it into a meal
Eat it over rice, quinoa, or pasta for a heartier, more filling dishPerfect for potlucks
Since it’s best served at room temperature, this salad travels well and holds up beautifully on a buffet table.Taco night
Use it as a vibrant, no-cook taco filling! Add to corn tortillas with your favorite topping
Definitely head over to Comfort Spring Blog for the salad and salad dressing recipes. You have to see Carol's gorgeous salad photo!! Much better than mine!!!
What are you eating? How are you managing with the heat? Please share in the comments; I'd love to get more ideas.
That looks pretty nice...my husband might enjoy it too.
ReplyDeleteI certainly enjoyed it- it's a wonderful salad.
DeleteLooks like a delicious salad. I might leave out the corn, but everything else goes together well. I have no doubt we would enjoy this.
ReplyDeleteYes - although I like corn, it doesn't really agree with me. I left it out.
DeleteI've never thought about using black beans in salad except taco salad, what a great combo!
ReplyDeleteJenna
It was a change for me as well. I often use chickpeas but never thought of black beans
DeleteThis looks delicious. I'd have to leave out the corn too. For the first time in four or five years I let a craving for corn on the cob get to me and I was not feeling good for two days afterwards. It did taste wonderful but not worth the stomach issues.
ReplyDeleteI've had a similar experience. Fresh summer corn on the cob is so hard to resist.
DeleteSalad is perfect at any time of the year.
ReplyDeleteI agree- but there is something about farm fresh summer tomatoes.
DeleteI love salads without mayo for summer gigs. I saw this on Carol's too and saved the recipe but I'm glad to hear it's good without the dressing. When I saw it, I put the beans and avocado on this week's shopping list. I like the idea of serving over quinoa -- Rick would appreciate that especially!
ReplyDeleteLast night we ate it with a side of white sticky rice. It was delicious.
DeleteAs a tortilla filling…perfect!
ReplyDeleteI'm with you Marie
Deletewe eat a lot of dinner salads during the summer. one pasta, with a green salad, and a deviled egg and dinner is done!! this sounds so good, i LOVE summer produce!!
ReplyDeleteNothing like the summer produce especially in NJ farm country.
DeleteThat sure is a colorful looking salad and black beans are a favorite here. I would probably include everything, except maybe any onions, not my favorite.
ReplyDeleteIt's very versatile- add or delete whatever works for you.
DeleteLooks good
ReplyDeleteThanks Kathy - a perfect naturally healthy gluten free meal.
DeleteI’m not sure what I like more, the dish itself, or what is in the dish. Either way, with my produce starting to come in in my deck garden, I’m definitely going to give this a try.
ReplyDeleteOh I'm glad you like my pasta dish. I needed a high rimmed bowl for the salad. It worked.
DeleteThis looks delicious and colourful 😋
ReplyDeleteWe enjoyed it and it did look inviting
DeletePerfect for a hot summer!
ReplyDeleteTandy (Lavender and Lime) https://tandysinclair.com
Your version of the salad does indeed look beautiful and delicious! Thanks for writing about it.
ReplyDeleteIt's pretty close to your version except for the corn (which I can't digest) and the salad dressing. I made it again last night with a side of white sticky rice and made your salad dressing for my husband. He loved it. Great recipe and I really enjoy your blog!!
DeleteThis looks delicious and totally my kind of meal!
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