Tender kernels of of fresh sweet corn mixed with beans and  a tangy lime dressing  give this salad a delightful bite. Pair this with a grilled chicken breast for a THM-E  (carb) meal. You can add additional jalapenos if you want more heat. This post does contain affiliate links with the products I love to use. I receive a small commission but your price does not change.

Southwestern Bean Salad THM-E

• 2 cups black beans, cooked and drained
• 1 cup corn, cooked
• 1 cup pinto beans, cooked and drained
• 3/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced green peppers
• 1/2 cup red or white onion, diced
• 1/3 cup lime juice
• 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon THM Gentle Sweet
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Combine all ingredients together and chill overnight to combine flavors.  6 Servings.

*A peeled and diced avocado can be added to the salad for a combined fuel source

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Southwestern Bean Salad THM-E

Author Glenda Groff

Ingredients

• 2 cups black beans, cooked and drained
• 1 cup corn, cooked
• 1 cup pinto beans, cooked and drained
• 3/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced green peppers
• 1/2 cup red or white diced onion
• 1/3 cup lime juice
• 4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon THM Gentle Sweet
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients together. Chill overnight to combine flavors.  6 Servings.
   

   *A peeled and diced avocado can be added to the salad for a combined fuel source

 You will find many more salads and salad dressing recipes in the spiral bound 600+ page Around the Family Table Cookbook. All recipes are sugar-free and label with the correct fuel. Books can be purchased using this link. You may also request a small jar of sourdough starter with the purchase of a cookbook.   Buy It Now.

Watch for a new canning/freezing recipes coming up  Peach/Pineapple Jam.