Aztec Salad

From: fatfreevegan.com

(Makes about 8 cups)

This delicious salad is also a visual feast. It may be made in advance and keeps well for several days. The cilantro may be omitted if you prefer.

• 2 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 15-ounce can corn kernels, drained, or 1 10-ounce bag frozen corn, thawed, or 2 cups fresh corn
• 2-3 tomatoes, diced
• 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
• 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider or distilled vinegar
• 1 lemon or lime, juiced
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed or finely minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne
• 1 chipotle chili, canned in adobo sauce, diced

In a large bowl, combine beans, onion, bell peppers, corn, tomatoes, and cilantro.

In a small bowl, whisk together vinegars, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, and chipotle.  Pour over salad and toss gently to mix.

Per 1/2-cup serving: 70 calories; 4 g protein; 14 g carbohydrate; 0.7 g fat; 4 g fiber; 235 mg sodium; calories from protein: 20%; calories from carbohydrates: 71%; calories from fats: 9%

Adapted slightly from Healthy Eating for Life to Prevent and Treat Diabetes by Patricia Bertron, R.D.

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