Twin Falls Sweet Corn and Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

A refreshing salad showcasing sweet corn and black beans tossed with crisp bell peppers and a zesty lime-cilantro dressing, perfect for warm-weather meals. This American-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh corn kernels, black beans, red bell pepper 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 180 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (from about 3 ears) fresh corn kernels
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, finely diced red onion
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tbsp (about 2 limes) lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Using a sharp knife, cut the kernels from about 3 ears of fresh corn to yield 2 cups of kernels.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups fresh corn kernels, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 1 medium diced green bell pepper, and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
5. Step 5: Fold in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and let the salad sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld.
6. Step 6: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a bright side dish for grilled meats or as a light vegetarian option.