Pinto Bean Salsa Salad

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Prep Time:
20 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
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Total:: 20 min

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Ingredients

Dressing:

1 small clove garlic
1 1/2 limes, juiced (about 3 tablespoons)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Salad:

1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/3 cups fresh corn kernels (from about 2 ears)
1 orange or yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small Hass avocado, halved, seeded and diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems

Directions

Make the dressing: Smash the garlic clove, sprinkle with a pinch of the salt, and, with the flat side of a large knife, mash and smear the mixture to a coarse paste. Whisk the garlic paste, lime juice, remaining salt and chili powder together in a bowl. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream.

For the salad: Toss together the beans, corn, bell pepper, and onions. Add the dressing and toss to coat evenly. Gently fold in the tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

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recipe Pinto Bean Salsa Salad
Elizabeth Grayslake, IL 08-15-2009
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Fresh, healthy, delicious
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I love this salad because it incorporates so many vegetables and then the beans. It's really a healthy yummy salad that I... have made several times and am always pleased with. The flavors are fresh and lasts for several days so I can enjoy it all week long. Great for parties as it does make a healthy portion. It's very forgiving too if you want to add a little more of this or that. I like to add more avocado. Yum.Read more
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null null, null 06-19-2008
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Great on turkey tacos
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I used this salsa on shredded turkey tacos. Outstanding! I did make a slight modification and used black beans instead of... pinto beans....just a personal taste preference. I would give this 10 stars if I could. Great flavor combination!Read more
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SANDRA Winston-Salem, NC 08-29-2007
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Easy and Tasty
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Loved this recipe! It's great for a summer salad- no cooking required. I substituted some roasted red peppers for the raw... and added a couple of dashes of hot sauce. Everyone loved it!Read more
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sharla new york, NY 06-26-2007
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Oh, Yes!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

WOW!! This is so tasty. My husband is italian, and he'll often say 'Italians don't eat that stuff!' He's got to have meat... for a real meal, and he's always afraid he'll be hungry in a half hour. But this one really grabbed him, and filled him up! It was really refreshing on a hot day. I served it with cold sangria, and corn chips to scoop it up. It says it serves 6 - well the two of us ate the whole thing!! I'll definitely be making this one again! Thank you!Read more
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Rachela Long Beach, NY 06-06-2007
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deeeeelish!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

easy, quick, and with some toasted pita triangles its a light and healthy side dish! I like to take a pita with mixed greens... and 2 tablespoons of the salsa for a light and FILLING LUNCH!!! RachelaRead more
recipe Pinto Bean Salsa Salad
ALISON Arvada, CO 06-02-2006
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Fantastic Side Dish
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

We are big mexican food fans. I wanted to serve something different from the traditional beans and rice. This was a big hit... with the whole family. I tripled the recipe and severed 20! Everyone asked for the recipe. I served it with grilled chicken tacos. The salad is so pretty with it's combination of colors and flavors. Thanks for sharing the recipe.Read more