Corn and Black Bean Salad with Basil-Lime Vinaigrette

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis, 2008

Show: Giada at HomeEpisode: Lobster Bake

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (30)

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Cook Time:
15 min
Level:
--
Yield:
4 to 6 servings

Times:

Prep: 5 min
Inactive Prep: 1 hr 30 min
Cook: 15 min
Total:: 1 hr 50 min

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Ingredients

Salad:

2 ears fresh corn or 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
1 red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 mango, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

Vinaigrette:

2 limes, zested and juiced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

For the salad: Preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Peel back the corn husks. Remove the silks and replace the husks. Soak the corn in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain and place on the grill for 10 to 15 minutes. Cool completely and remove the husks. Using a sharp knife, remove the corn kernels. In a medium bowl, mix together the grilled corn, black beans, garbanzo beans, bell pepper, and mango.

For the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, combine the lime zest, lime juice, balsamic vinegar, basil, and cumin. Slowly add the oil, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss well. Refrigerate for 1 hour, and toss again, before serving.

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recipe Corn and Black Bean Salad with Basil-Lime Vinaigrette
D Anch, AK 03-14-2010
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perfect with crab cakes and smoked BQ ribs
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Made it up pure to the recipe and took it to a special dinner where we had King Crab cakes or patties what ever which were... lite and herb filled and BQ ribs smoked to prefection. This salad was a hit. I didn't get to for at least 3 hours after it was made up but it was very fresh and tasty. thank you Giada! I am a big fan of Hers.Read more
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Jackie Stone Mountain, GA 03-02-2010
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Excellent...this salad is Simply Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I added cilantro, scallion, a small shallot, diced roma tomatoes, and used rehydrated dried mango. Although some of the... main ingredients are from a can, the lime and cilantro gives it such a fresh taste. This one is definitely in my recipe box.Read more
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null null, null 12-02-2009
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My first Giada recipe: Fabulous!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Soooo good. It is a) delicious, b) healthy, c) easy! I was optimistic but a little unsure because I'm not big on cumin and I... thought the basil might be too much. Wrong! The flavor combination is amazing. I made the recipe exactly except maybe half the cumin (next time I will trust her and use it all.) I can't wait to try more recipes from Giada.Read more
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Tiffany Maplewood, MN 09-30-2009
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OMG!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

One of my favorite recipes. I also added a little finely chopped red onion. If you put this in the fridge the olive oil... gets thick and chunky. So, remember to take out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before serving. Once it warms back to room temp its yummy. I always serve with steaks marinated in lime zest and juice, red onion, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro and lots of salt and pepper with a little olive oil. And corn muffins with cheddar cheese and jalapenos. Everything ties together. Give it a try!Read more
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Erin Goleta, CA 09-24-2009
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Eh Just Okay
Rated: 3 stars out of 5

I didn't enjoy this salad. It wasn't bad but it definitely didn't leave me wanting more. I think the basil was a little too... much. Next time I think I'll change up the recipe a little and see if it makes any difference.Read more
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P Charlottesville, VA 09-10-2009
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difference of taste buds, perhaps
Rated: 3 stars out of 5

maybe I should make this a second time to see if I made a mistake, because this recipe was tasty but not a "wow" reaction as... all the previous reviewers indicated. I am waiting for tomorrow to see if it will taste better. I did roast my corn so no frozen stuff. This is just a mystery to me...how could everyone else think it was a keeper recipe and I think it was just okay?Read more