Black Bean Salad

Black Bean Salad Cilantro, red bell peppers, lime juice, lime zest and avocados lend refreshing flavors to this summer favorite, black bean salad.

The ingredients in this black bean salad are very refreshing and a great combination for summer.

Serves:  8

Prep time:  30 minutes

Cook time:  1 hour

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon Herbamare
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 2 cups black beans (soaked overnight, rinsed and drained)
  • 6 cups filtered water or homemade stock
  • 2 tablespoons shallots (minced)
  • 2 large red bell peppers (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 3 large limes (freshly juiced)
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 large ripe avocados (peeled and chopped)

Directions

Place beans and water or broth into a medium-sized stock pot. Bring to a boil, then cover and put on a low simmer. Cook for 45 to 60 minutes, or until beans are tender. Drain and cool.

Place beans and all other ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Combine well and serve.

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