Black Bean Salad With Corn And Creamy Basil Dressin

Name: Black Bean Salad With Corn And Creamy Basil Dressing (Hl) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. Bulgar; 3 c. Vegetable stock or possibly water; 1 x Bay leaf; 1 can (11-oz) black beans,, liquid removed, rinsed; 1 c. Corn kernels; 2 Tbsp. Pumpkin seeds, toasted; 1/2 c. Basil leaves; 2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil; 2 x Cloves garlic, chopped; 3 Tbsp. Faux ricotta or possibly nonfat ricotta cheese; 3 Tbsp. Lemon juice; 3 Tbsp. Grated parmesan cheese; 1 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar; 1 pch Sea salt Freshly grnd black pepper

Servings: persons

1 c. Bulgar
3 c. Vegetable stock or possibly water
1 x Bay leaf
1 can (11-oz) black beans,, liquid removed, rinsed
1 c. Corn kernels
2 Tbsp. Pumpkin seeds, toasted
1/2 c. Basil leaves
2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil
2 x Cloves garlic, chopped
3 Tbsp. Faux ricotta or possibly nonfat ricotta cheese
3 Tbsp. Lemon juice
3 Tbsp. Grated parmesan cheese
1 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar
1 pch Sea salt Freshly grnd black pepper

1
Combine the bulgar, stock and bay leaf in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
2
Loosely cover the pan, reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 min.
3
Cover the pan tightly and remove from the heat.
4
Let the bulgar sit till tender and all of the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 min.
5
Throw away the bay leaf.
6
Meanwhile, combine the beans, corn, pumpkin seeds and basil in a medium bowl.
7
When the bulgar is ready, stir it in.
8
In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, garlic, ricotta, lemon juice, Parmesan, vinegar, salt and pepper.
9
Spoon onto the bean mix and mix well.
10
If weather is warm serve chilled with tomato salsa and chopped cilantro.
11
If weather is cool serve at room temperature or possibly gently warmed, garnished generously with chopped scallion.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. Bulgar, 3 c. Vegetable stock or possibly water, 1 x Bay leaf, 1 can (11-oz) black beans,, liquid removed, rinsed, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Salad With Corn And Creamy Basil Dressing (Hl) Recipe falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Black Bean Salad With Corn And Creamy Basil Dressing (Hl) Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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