Southwest Black bean Salad w/ Honey Lime Vinaigrette


This bright and refreshing dressing is sure to please. Scale portions up or down by using equal amounts honey, lime juice and olive oil. Use 1/3 cup or to taste in this summer salad and save the rest for later!



Serves: A group & 1 cup dressing
Ready In: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

Dressing:

1/3 cup lime juice

1/3 cup honey

1/3 cup olive oil

Salad:

1 19 oz can black beans drained and rinsed

3 large tomatoes, chopped

2 mini cucumbers, chopped

2 avocado, pitted, peeled and cubed

1 cup cubed feta cheese

1/4 cup sliced red onion

1/3 cup Honey Lime Vinaigrette  (recipe above)

Salt & Pepper, to taste



Cooking Instructions:

Dressing:

In sealable jar, combine all ingredients and shake well. Use as a salad dressing or dress it up to make a marinade by adding 3 cloves crushed garlic and 1 tsp salt (Or to taste)

 

Salad:

In serving dish combine, beans, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, feta, onion and dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste!