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Simple Pinto Bean Salad Recipe

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This Simple Pinto Bean Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish packed with fresh vegetables, zesty lime, and a blend of smoky and spicy seasonings. It's easy to prepare, nutritious, and perfect as a light meal or a side dish, served chilled or at room temperature.

Ingredients

Dressing and Seasonings

  • 3 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • Zest and juice of 2 limes, plus extra for serving

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 bell peppers, diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 3 green onions, diced
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 2 avocados, cubed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, combine the avocado oil, garlic powder, onion powder, chipotle chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, pepper, salt, lime zest, and lime juice. Whisk thoroughly until all the ingredients are well blended, creating a flavorful dressing base.
  2. Add Salad Ingredients: To the bowl with the dressing, add the drained and rinsed pinto beans, diced bell peppers, red onion, green onions, tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and diced jalapeño. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
  3. Incorporate Avocados: Carefully fold in the cubed avocados to the salad mixture, mixing gently to avoid mashing them, ensuring the salad retains its chunky texture.
  4. Season and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as necessary by adding extra salt, lime juice, or chipotle powder according to preference.
  5. Chill or Serve: You can either chill the salad in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld for about 30 minutes or serve immediately. This salad pairs well with tortilla chips or wrapped in tortillas for a light meal.

Notes

  • For a spicier salad, increase the amount of chipotle chili powder or add extra jalapeño.
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor impact.
  • This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days but is best enjoyed fresh to maintain the avocado texture.
  • To keep avocados from browning, add them just before serving or coat with a little extra lime juice.
  • Feel free to substitute pinto beans with black beans for a variation.

Find it online: https://glowcooks.com/simple-pinto-bean-salad-recipe/