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    Home » Vegetarian » Black Bean Salad with Corn

    Black Bean Salad with Corn

    Last updated on May 4, 2021. Originally posted on August 27, 2018 By Elaine 42 Comments

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    This is my black bean salad with corn recipe! The combination of ingredients along with the blending of the lime, oil and balsamic vinegar makes this salad perfect for a BBQ or family picnic.

    Close up of the two white bowls of bean salad and the big bowl behind them

    I love all types of salads but this black bean salad really stands out and is a constant staple in our house during the summer and fall months!

    It tastes so fresh, healthy and has the balance of ingredients that one taste doesn’t stand out or overwhelm the others. And one of the things I most love about it, is it is so versatile that you can eat it as a side or mix it with some rice and enchilada sauce to make a fun and tasty bowl.

    Vary the ingredients

    1. Don’t like corn? Switch it out with peas
    2. Like pinto beans better than black beans? You can do that too
    3. Don’t like purple onions?  Omit it
    4. Love fresh parsley or cilantro? Add it (I usually do add cilantro but didn’t have any on hand)

    I’ve made all the variations above and love them all!

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means I get a small commission, at no additional cost to you, if you click the link and buy something. You can read my disclosure here.

    Helpful tips

    • If you are using canned beans like I do here, make sure to thoroughly rinse and drain them
    • When you cook the corn, don’t salt the water
    • If you use fresh corn, try to keep the kernels intact as much as you can
    • Use a 2:1 ratio of oil to vinegar
    • Salt and pepper to taste, I use a scant ¼ teaspoon salt and a few shakes of pepper
    • As the salad sits, the flavors meld and become more delicious – it’s great leftover

    How to make black bean salad

    Step one

    Gather the ingredients – tomatoes, black beans, purple onion and corn.

    Tomatoes, lime, purple onion, corn and oil and vinegar on a blue table

    Step two

    Cook 1.5 cups of frozen corn (according to the directions) in some boiling water so it can cool off before adding the corn to the salad.  You can use fresh corn if you like, one to two ears should be ample.

    Step three

    Open 2 cans of black beans, rinse and drain them before adding to a medium sized mixing bowl.

    Step four

    Cut up a tomato into little chunks, dice ½ of a small purple onion, squeeze a few limes, measure out the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

    Lime juice, olive oil, balsamic, cut onion and tomatoes with a metal bowl in the background

    Step five

    Add each of the ingredient above to the bowl, ending with the oil, vinegar, dried parsley, salt and pepper.  Mix it all together with a rubber spatula.

    Transfer the black bean salad to a serving bowl!

    Overhead shot of a beige bowl with the bean salad and a few spoons and napkin in the background

    Close up of the big bowl.

    Close up of the big beige serving bowl of black beans, corn, tomatoes and onion

    Christopher wants some of the salad NOW so I spoon it out into some serving bowls to stop his whining. 😉

    Two single servings of the bean salad with the bigger serving bowl in the background

    Doesn’t that look yummy?

    I hope you enjoyed this black bean salad with corn recipe.

    What is one of the staples that you always have in your house? Leave me a comment as I’d love to know.

    Other popular salad recipes

    • Pear and pomegranate
    • Shrimp salad
    • Cobb salad
    • Farro salad

    And as always, may all your dishes be delish!

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    Close up of the big beige serving bowl of black beans, corn, tomatoes and onion

    Black Bean Salad with Corn

    Quick, easy and delicious bean salad recipe
    5 from 16 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: black bean salad, black bean salad with corn, black bean salsa
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes
    Total Time: 8 minutes
    Servings: 8 cups
    Calories: 249kcal
    Author: Elaine Benoit

    Ingredients

    • 30 ounces black beans 2 cans, rinsed and drained
    • 4 tomatoes small to medium, diced
    • 1.5 cup frozen corn cooked and cooled
    • ½ purple onion diced
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1/16 teaspoon pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
    • 2 ounces lime juice
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • ⅛ cup balsamic vinegar

    Instructions

    • Boil water for the corn, once done, set in the corn in the refrigerator for faster cooling
    • Place rinsed and drained beans in a medium mixing bowl
    • Add tomatoes, onion, corn, salt, pepper, parsley, lime juice, oil and balsamic vinegar and mix with a spatula until it is incorporated
    • Transfer to a serving bowl, it makes a very pretty dish
    • Serve
    • Eat
    • Enjoy

    Equipment

    mixing bowl
    rubber spatula
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    Notes

    Adjust oil, vinegar and lime juice to suit your needs!
    Add ⅛ cup fresh chopped cilantro for a fresh taste!
    Tips for making the black bean salad with corn:
    • If you are using canned beans like I do here, make sure to thoroughly rinse and drain them
    • When you cook the corn, don’t salt the water
    • If you use fresh corn, try to keep the kernels intact as much as you can
    • Use a 2:1 ratio of oil to vinegar
    • Salt and pepper to taste, I use a scant ¼ teaspoon salt and a few shakes of pepper
    • As the salad sits, the flavors meld and become more delicious – it’s great leftover

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 79mg | Potassium: 636mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 520IU | Vitamin C: 13.3mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2.7mg
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    Originally published August of 2016.

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    Comments

    1. Karly

      August 01, 2016 at 4:46 pm

      “Salad of Goodness”… you really couldn’t be any more accurate with that one! Healthy, delicious and perfect for picnics or family BBQs! Yum!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 02, 2016 at 10:14 am

        Karly,

        Thank you so much! I do love this salad!

        Elaine

        Reply
    2. Chris

      September 25, 2017 at 4:57 pm

      Delish way to eat your veggies! I love all the ingredients in this salad, which taste great together. I also love how light it is in the stomach. It’s a perfect complement to lunch.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 25, 2017 at 6:22 pm

        Thank you Chris

        Reply
    3. Krissy Allori

      August 27, 2018 at 6:46 pm

      This looks amazing! And so easy too! My family will love this!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 28, 2018 at 11:45 am

        Thanks Krissy!

        Reply
    4. Monica | Nourish + Fete

      August 27, 2018 at 8:27 pm

      What a fantastic summer staple! I’d inhale this with chips, on tacos, on top of hot dogs, pretty much any which way! I especially love the red onions – so much flavor and such a beautiful pop of color!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 28, 2018 at 11:46 am

        Thanks Monica! I agree that it can go on anything, and I love the red onion in it too!

        Reply
    5. Sandi

      August 27, 2018 at 9:18 pm

      This would be a great way to get kids to eat veggies. Especially with the colors.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 28, 2018 at 11:46 am

        Thanks Sandi, you are right!

        Reply
    6. Kelly Anthony

      August 27, 2018 at 9:36 pm

      Black beans are my favorite bean of all, and they go so well with corn! This is an excellent recipe! YUM!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 28, 2018 at 11:47 am

        Thank you Kelly! I think I love black beans the most too!

        Reply
    7. Iryna

      August 27, 2018 at 10:21 pm

      I love such simple salads that are healthy and delicious. I have a can of black beans sitting in my pantry, so I need to make this salad soon. I’m sure my kids will love it.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 28, 2018 at 11:47 am

        Thanks Iryna! All my great nieces and nephews gobble this salad up, even with the purple onion, which surprised me!

        Reply
    8. Patty

      August 28, 2018 at 5:09 am

      Yummy! This salad wouldn’t last long in my home, so fresh and flavorful, can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 28, 2018 at 11:47 am

        Thank you, dear Patty!

        Reply
    9. Helena

      August 29, 2018 at 5:38 pm

      I love all ingredients! This black bean salad with corn looks absolutely scrumptious!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 31, 2018 at 9:56 am

        Thank you Helena!

        Reply
    10. Jessica

      August 30, 2018 at 12:36 pm

      I stocked up my pantry with beans and was looking for more interesting recipes to use them. This looks very delicious!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 31, 2018 at 9:56 am

        Thanks Jessica!! It’s such a quick and easy side dish!

        Reply
    11. Linda

      August 30, 2018 at 1:44 pm

      I love the flexibility and tips you provided for this salad. This looks like a crowd pleaser for sure!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 31, 2018 at 9:56 am

        Thanks Linda!! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Anna

      August 31, 2018 at 3:38 am

      I do love beans in salads, black beans especially! They are so healthy and good for you, and I love that contrast with added sweetcorn there too! Delicious and healthy salad!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        August 31, 2018 at 9:59 am

        Thanks Anna! It is such a nice side for a cookout!

        Reply
    13. Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen

      September 01, 2018 at 12:37 pm

      I absolutely adore bean salads. They’re so versatile! And this would be a great way to use the last few garden tomatoes that we have this summer. What a tasty dish!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:34 am

        Thanks Ashley! I appreciate it!

        Reply
    14. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life

      September 02, 2018 at 1:03 am

      Black beans, corn, balsamic vinegar… This salad looks like it has all of my favorite things in it! I can’t wait to try it.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:35 am

        Thanks Claire. It’s so quick and easy to make, in fact, I made it yesterday for our Labor Day celebration at my sisters.

        Reply
    15. prasanna hede

      September 02, 2018 at 10:51 am

      This looks great for Summer or even otherwise,would love this to make on weekend and try.I am sure my family would love this.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:37 am

        Thanks Prasanna! I hope you do try it as it is easy and delicious!

        Reply
    16. Heather

      September 02, 2018 at 7:14 pm

      Such a great recipe! Super versatile and hearty .. great to whip up anytime and gorgeous pictures 🙂

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:37 am

        Thank you Heather, I appreciate it!

        Reply
    17. Michele

      September 02, 2018 at 7:19 pm

      I have to say, I love most dishes that contain beans. This salad looks like the perfect summer side. Sounds so fresh and delicious!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:37 am

        Thanks Michele! It is so yummy!

        Reply
    18. Nicole

      September 02, 2018 at 10:15 pm

      This would be a really good topping and salsa too!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:36 am

        I agree! Thanks Nicole! I love dipping chips in it!

        Reply
    19. Shanna Jones

      September 03, 2018 at 12:32 am

      This is one of my favorite ways to enjoy black beans. I love that corn goes so well with it. This recipe seems really easy to make too!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 9:36 am

        It is Shanna! So easy. Thank you!

        Reply
    20. Sally Humeniuk

      September 03, 2018 at 10:23 am

      Ingredients that are all so good for you, I love this recipe and especially how easy it is! Thanks for sharing. 🙂

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 12:10 pm

        Thank you Sally! 🙂

        Reply
    21. Natalie

      September 03, 2018 at 10:38 am

      This is definitely one of my favorite mexican inspired salads. It’s very nutritious and super healthy. But I never tried with balsamic vinegar so I must give this recipe a try. Looks really good and so flavorful.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        September 03, 2018 at 12:12 pm

        Thanks Natalie! The balsamic vinegar gives it a nice zip! I made this dish for my sister’s labor day party and added cilantro this time since I had it on hand and everyone enjoyed it.

        Reply

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