American Black Bean and Sweetcorn Salad with Lime Dressing

Shopping list

• 400 g cooked black beans — drained and rinsed if tinned

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• 200 g sweetcorn kernels — tinned or frozen and defrosted

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• 1 piece red pepper — deseeded and diced

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• 3 piece spring onions — finely sliced

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• 20 g fresh coriander — chopped

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• 2 piece lime — juiced

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• 3 tbsp olive oil

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• 1 tsp ground cumin

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• 1 pinch black pepper — to taste

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Step by step

1. 1

   In a large serving bowl, combine the black beans, sweetcorn, diced red pepper and spring onions.

2. 2

   In a small jug, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin and black pepper until well combined.

3. 3

   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

4. 4

   Fold in the chopped coriander just before serving.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or black pepper to your liking.

6. 6

   Serve immediately or chill for 15– 20 minutes to let the flavours meld.