Black Bean and Avocado Salad

Ingredients

• For the Salad:
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 0.5 red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• For the Dressing:
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 0.5 tsp cumin
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp honey or agave syrup (optional)

Instructions

1. 11️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients:
2. 21️⃣ Drain and rinse the black beans in cold water. Dice the avocado, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion and cilantro. 🫘🍅🌿
3. 32️⃣ Make the Dressing:
4. 42️⃣ In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, black pepper, and honey until well combined. 🍋✨
5. 53️⃣ Combine Everything:
6. 63️⃣ In a large bowl, gently toss the black beans, avocado, bell pepper, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the avocado. 🥗🥑
7. 74️⃣ Let It Sit & Serve:
8. 84️⃣ Allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best taste. ❄️🔥