Refreshing and Colorful Baja Bean Salad

This Baja Bean Salad is a flavorful and healthy dish that is perfect for warm weather. Packed with protein-rich beans, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing, this salad is a refreshing and satisfying meal. It takes only 15 minutes to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. Serve it as a side dish or a main course for a light and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Juice of 2 limes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, corn kernels, diced red and green bell peppers, diced red onion, chopped jalapeno pepper, and fresh cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the bean mixture and toss to combine.
4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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