Corn, Black Bean and Tomato Salad

Dress up this summer salad with goodies from the garden.

 

INGREDIENTS

1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 small red bell pepper, seeded and chopped

2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels

½ cup diced red onion

½ cup chopped scallions

½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

1 lime, juiced

1½ teaspoons ground cumin

2 teaspoons hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

¼ teaspoon salt

1 avocado, cut in chunks

 

PREPARATION

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; chill 20 minutes for flavors to blend. Just before serving, add avocado and toss.

 

NUTRITION PER SERVING

174 calories

6g fat (1g saturated fat)

0mg cholesterol

297mg sodium

25g carbohydrate

5g sugar

8g fiber

6g protein

 

Source: www.wellmark.com