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Summer Confetti Salad

Summer Confetti Salad – Refresh Your BBQ with Vibrant Flavor

This vibrant Summer Confetti Salad combines black beans, corn, and colorful bell peppers, perfect for your summer BBQ.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper any color
  • 1 cup Tomato fresh or canned diced
  • 1 medium Papaya (or Mango) substitute with seasonal fruit
  • 3 stalks Green Onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro chopped, optional
  • 1 can Corn drained
  • 1 medium Fresh Green Chiles adjust to taste
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
For the Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin or smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons Limes juiced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Summer Confetti Salad
  1. Begin by washing all your vegetables and fruits thoroughly under cold running water. Then, chop the bell pepper, tomato, and papaya (or mango) into small, bite-sized pieces. Slice the green onions and finely chop the cilantro.
    Summer Confetti Salad
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the chopped veggies and fruits. Toss everything together gently to distribute the ingredients evenly.
    Summer Confetti Salad
  3. Add the drained and rinsed black beans and corn to the mixing bowl. Gently fold in until they are well incorporated with the fresh ingredients.
    Summer Confetti Salad
  4. Squeeze the juice of fresh limes over the salad mixture and sprinkle in the ground cumin. Stir to ensure each bite is bursting with flavor.
    Summer Confetti Salad
  5. Using a large spoon, toss all the ingredients carefully, ensuring they are mixed thoroughly.
    Summer Confetti Salad
  6. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors meld.
    Summer Confetti Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the salad to sit for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld for a more harmonious taste.

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