Threebean diabeticfriendly salad

Three-bean diabetic-friendly salad

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can cannellini beans or navy beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas or 1 can, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely diced
• 3/4 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen thawed
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
• 1 jalapeno, finely chopped, optional

Dressing

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt, or less to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine black beans, cannellini beans, chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, corn, herbs, and jalapeno.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin, pepper, and salt.
3. Pour dressing over the salad and toss well.
4. Chill for 20 to 30 minutes before serving.

Serving idea

Have about 3/4 to 1 cup as a meal side, or pair with grilled chicken or fish for a fuller meal.