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Spinach Black Bean Salad

Spinach Black Bean Salad

108 Ratings
108 Ratings
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Spinach Black Bean Salad in a bowl
Makes: 3 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

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
  • 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 spinach (washed)
  • 1 1/2 cups black beans, low-sodium (canned, drained, and rinsed)
  • 2 tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 red onion (small, chopped)

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine vinegar, oil, mustard, garlic, oregano, basil, and nutmeg.
  3. Wash, drain, and chop spinach.
  4. 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:

Source:

Farm Fresh Summertime Recipes
Connecticut Food Policy Council

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 cup (298g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 165
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol N/A
Sodium 277 mg
Carbohydrates 23 g
Dietary Fiber 8 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 7 g
Vitamin D N/A
Calcium 76 mg
Iron 3 mg
Potassium 510 mg

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Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 165
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Carbohydrates 23 g
Dietary Fiber 8 g
Total Sugars 4 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 7 g
Minerals
Calcium 76 mg
Potassium 510 mg
Sodium 277 mg
Copper 131 mcg
Iron 3 mg
Phosphorus 3 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 128 mcg RAE
Vitamin C 22 mg

Nutrients will display if the data is available

Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 1/2 cups
Protein Foods 2 ounces

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