A nourishing Mexican-inspired bowl with black beans, corn, avocado, and tomatoes in zesty lime dressing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
02 - 1 ripe avocado, diced
03 - 1 cup canned corn kernels, drained and rinsed
04 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Legumes
05 - 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
→ Herbs
06 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
→ Dressing
07 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - Juice of 1 lime
09 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Optional Toppings
12 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
13 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
# How to Prepare:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, honey or agave syrup, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and half of the cilantro.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetable and bean mixture, then toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Divide the mixture between two serving bowls and top each with diced avocado, remaining cilantro, pumpkin seeds, and crumbled feta cheese if desired.
05 - Serve immediately while ingredients are fresh and vibrant.
