Description
Experience a burst of flavor with these vibrant Southwest Black Bean Salad Cups! Each crispy tortilla cup is filled with a zesty mix of black beans, fresh veggies, and a squeeze of lime. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch, these salad cups are not only delicious but also visually stunning and quick to prepare. Get ready to impress your guests and treat your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 mini tortilla cups (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray muffin tins with oil and press small tortilla rounds into each cup shape.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Keep an eye on them!
- In a large bowl, combine black beans, red bell pepper, corn, cilantro, and avocado. Toss gently.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper; toss again.
- Spoon the salad into the crispy tortilla cups. Serve immediately on a platter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 filled tortilla cups
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg