Delicious and Healthy Southwestern Three Bean Salad Recipe

This Southwestern Three Bean Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that combines black beans, kidney beans, and chickpeas with a zesty dressing featuring lime juice, cilantro, and cumin. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine black beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, red bell pepper, corn, red onion, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to combine.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled as a side dish or on its own as a light and satisfying meal.

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