Ingredients
4½cupsblack beansrinsed and well-drained
2cornshucked
1bell pepperorange, yellow, or red, chopped
1cupcherry tomatoesquartered
1cupred onionchopped
½cupfresh cilantrofinely chopped
1jalapeñomedium, finely chopped
½tsplime zestpreferably organic
2tbsplime juiceto taste
¼cupextra-virgin olive oil
¼cupwhite wine vinegar
½tspchili powder
½tspground cumin
½tspsaltto taste
sliced avocadofor garnish, optional
crumbled fetafor garnish, optional
lime wedgesfor garnish, optional
Preparation
In a large serving bowl, combine all of the ingredients and toss to combine. Taste, and adjust as necessary until the flavors really pop.
Cover and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight to enhance the flavors.
Serve in individual bowls as is, or with any of the garnishes listed.
Leftovers keep well for up to 4 days. Wake up the flavors with an extra squeeze of lime juice or a tiny splash of vinegar.
