Spinach Black Bean Salad
Makes:
3 servings
This tasty salad is packed with protein and fiber. Add your favorite salad toppings to make it a fast favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (or cooking oil of choice)
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- ground nutmeg (1/8 teaspoon, optional)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 1/2 cups canned low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small red onion, chopped
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- In a large bowl, combine vinegar, oil, mustard, garlic, oregano, basil, and nutmeg.
- Wash, drain, and chop spinach.
- Add spinach, black beans, tomatoes, and onions to vinegar and oil. Toss well and serve.
Notes
- Top your salad with other vegetables, such as mushrooms, peppers, cucumbers, zucchini, yellow squash, or red onions.
- Add cooked chicken, egg, or tuna for more protein.
- Add cubes of cheddar, Swiss, or smoked Gouda cheese.
- Fruit makes a great addition! Try dried cranberries, cherries, raisins, or apricots or fresh berries in season.
Learn more about:
Farm Fresh Summertime Recipes
Connecticut Food Policy Council
