Pinto Bean Salad Lime Dressing (Printable)

Tender pinto beans tossed with crisp vegetables in a zesty lime dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Beans & Base

01 - 2 cups cooked pinto beans, rinsed and drained if canned

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

→ Dressing

07 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tbsp lime juice (about 1 lime)
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
11 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Place pinto beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl
02 - Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified
03 - Pour dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Serve immediately or chill 30 minutes for enhanced flavor melding

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No cooking required just chop whisk and toss together in 15 minutes flat
  • The beans stay firm and satisfying while the vegetables bring this incredible fresh crunch
02 -
  • The beans need to be well rinsed and completely drained or the dressing will slide right off
  • Letting it sit for at least 30 minutes transforms it from good to absolutely incredible
03 -
  • Make sure your vegetables are completely dry before combining them or the dressing will be too thin
  • Let the red onion soak in cold water for 10 minutes if raw onion is too intense for you

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