Nothing says warm weather like our favorite Corn and Black Bean Salad recipe! So full of flavor, and super easy to make, this is an ideal choice to go along with any meal!
There is nothing more exciting than the transition from winter to spring in the produce section of the grocery store. I know most people don’t say that, only foodies and cooks.
The selection of fresh fruits and vegetables just explode during this time of year and no longer do you have to rely on frozen or canned varieties. While some produce is available all year round, there is nothing better than the first crop of fresh corn from Florida that start filling the shelves.
Growing up in the Midwest the term for the corn fields was knee high by Fourth of July
. Thanks to the warm temperatures the first corn hitting our stores are from Florida. The site of a fresh ear of corn just screams summer is on its way! Be sure to check out our corn salad with avocado.
Corn and Black Bean Salad Recipe
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In anticipation for many BBQ’s and summer meals to come, we thought we would create an easy but delicious corn and black bean salad that explodes with flavor and colors of summer.
No need to wait for summer to make this as Sunshine Sweet Corn from Florida is in season now and will be the best-flavored corn between now and end of May!
How should I cook corn for a cold salad recipe?
Since we were only using 3 ears of corn, instead of boiling water to cook our corn, I thought I would try and microwave the ears of corn.
A huge surprise to me, it worked and was cooked in 5 minutes.
HOW TO MICROWAVE EARS OF CORN
Simply dampen a paper towel and roll it around a shucked ear of corn. Place on a microwave-safe plate and cook for 5 minutes.
Allow the ears of corn to cool in the microwave for a few minutes (the steam continues to cook the corn).
When the corn is cool enough to handle, cut off the kernels with a knife. Since the kernels usually fly all over the place when I do this, I try to do it in a bowl.
You could also grab a fun corn kerneler that does the job for you! This is going to add that fresh sweet flavor to accent the deep rich flavor of the black bean salad.
HOW TO MAKE A CORN SALAD
In a large bowl, add a can of tomatoes (or fresh if ripe are available), green onion, corn, and black beans.
Make the vinaigrette for this corn and black bean salad in a measuring cup or mason jar.
Add the vinaigrette to the veggies and toss lightly. You can eat it now but I recommend allowing the flavors to meld together for at least an hour.
This corn and black bean salad was refreshing and my husband even commented that the meal was very summer like.
Next time you are in the supermarket you should look for the Sunshine Sweet Corn from Florida to make your own version of this delicious and bright corn and black bean salad recipe!
Other great salad recipes:
Black Bean and Corn Salad
Quick and Easy salad has great flavor and color using fresh florida corn.
Ingredients
- 15 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 3 ears fresh corn, cooked
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 1 bunch green onions chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
Vinaigrette Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- juice from 2 lemons, 1/4 cup
- sea salt to taste.
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Pour vinaigrette dressing over salad and toss.
- Serve at room temp or prepare ahead of time and refrigerate
Notes
This is a great summertime salad that can sit in the fridge for a few days. Make ahead summer salad.
Nutrition Information
Yield 6 Serving Size 1/2 CupAmount Per Serving Calories 251Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 11gCholesterol 0mgSodium 453mgCarbohydrates 31gFiber 8gSugar 9gProtein 7g
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This receipe seems to easy and has such a great variety of fresh and easy to obtain ingredients.
This is one of my favorite ways to make a salad or a salsa. I love using corn and beans!
This corn and black bean salad looks SO good and something I would be willing to try making on my own! Thanks for sharing the recipe! I’ll have to make some for the next BBQ my family attends!
I love salads like this served over a bed of greens. Yum!
This would be great for all the summer picnics we have! Quick, easy, and delicious!
Yum! I am actually making a similar recipe for Mother’s day! Filling grilled Avocados with it! YUMMY!
This is really a pretty salad. I like the colors and I know it tastes good.
Lucky you get all the fresh produce first and limited travel days.
I get so excited when the fresh corn comes in!! We are just starting to get some in south GA and it makes me smile 🙂
Black beans and corn in a salad really is perfect for summer. Though I do love the flavors year round, it’s nicer in the summer when the corn is fresh. 🙂
I pinned this recipe. I so want to make this for my family. It looks amazing. We are in Florida and our corn is nice and sweet!
I’m loving how this sounds and looks! I’m always looking to try something new and fresh!
The salad looks delicious! So refreshing – I plan on making ti tomorrow. It will be perfect with my grilled Italian Sausage.
Yes please. I would love to have this fro lunch.
I like this .. it looks more like a Dip than a Salad. I love Corn and this is an alternative
This looks really tasty! I love using fresh corn in salads.
Yum! With fresh corn this is even better, and it won’t be long before we can get fresh local corn.
This is a great easy recipe to add to our Mexican nights menu. Thanks!
This is my type of meals. I usually have all of these ingredients in my kitchen so I’m going to make a bowl.
That sounds like an awesome lunch idea. Nice and healthy!