Citrus-Dressed Avocado and Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

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A refreshing, nutrient-packed salad featuring creamy avocado, protein-rich black beans, and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing. This Latin American-inspired salad recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs ripe avocados, black beans, cherry tomatoes into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 260 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 260 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 medium, diced ripe avocados
1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
3 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 diced ripe avocados, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well blended and slightly emulsified.
Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components evenly without mashing the avocado. Serve immediately for a fresh, creamy salad with a citrus kick.