Soy foods like tofu, tempeh and edamame contain nutrients like B vitamins, calcium, protein, fiber and iron. This salad contains wonderful edamame making it flavorful and nutritious.
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Edamame Corn and Black Bean Salad Ingredients
Black Beans: Black beans are a source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants.
Edamame: Edamame is a soy food that contains protein, fiber, iron, B vitamins and calcium.
Corn: Corn is a grain that contains fiber, antioxidants, and many vitamins and minerals.
Cherry tomatoes: Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, which may help them fight against chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
Bell pepper: Bell peppers are very high in vitamin C and add a nice crunch to this salad.
Green onions: Green onions contain nutrients such as fiber, antioxidants and plant compounds that may be beneficial to our overall health.
Chives
Extra virgin olive oil: Extra virgin olive oil contains antioxidant compounds such as vitamin E, oleacein, oleocanthal. Extra virgin olive oil may benefits brain health and heart health.
Lime juice
Cumin, chili powder, salt, smoked paprika
How to Make Edamame Corn and Black Bean Salad
This recipe is incredibly simple and can be easily made in advance. It is also a great recipe to get little ones involved with because it involves a lot of dumping and mixing, two tasks little ones can help with early one!
Simply combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix until combined and adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve with tortilla chips as a dip or as a side dish.
Tips for Edamame Corn and Black Bean Salad
You can make this recipe up to two days ahead. The flavors end up mixing together and getting stronger.
You can use any kind of tomato, but using smaller tomatoes usually means less chopping.
I recommend using pre-shelled edamame to help save on time.
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