New Mexico Corn And Black Bean Salad Recipe

Name: New Mexico Corn And Black Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups corn (2 ears); 1 3/4 cups black beans (14oz can); 3 ounces smoked green hatch chiles, chopped; 2 tablespoons chopped green onions; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon red chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups corn (2 ears)
1 3/4 cups black beans (14oz can)
3 ounces smoked green hatch chiles, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and pepper

1
Mix the olive oil,lemon juice,chile powder,oregano,cumin,and cayenne in the bottom of a large bowl. Wisk till it is well combined.
2
Wrap ears of corn in seran wrap and microwave for 4-5 min until in is cooked partially.Let cool.
3
Open can of beans and drain under cold water with a strainer.
4
Cut corn kernels off cobs and add to bowl with oil and spices. Add drained beans also.
5
Take green chiles (you can buy them canned if you don't have fresh) and remove charred outside. Cut off stem and them chop into 1/4 inch pieces. Add to bowl.
6
Toss all ingredients together and then add chopped cilantro and green onions. Mix gently. Add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Serve.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups corn (2 ears), 1 3/4 cups black beans (14oz can), 3 ounces smoked green hatch chiles, chopped, 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, and more.

Yes, New Mexico Corn And Black Bean Salad 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

New Mexico Corn And Black Bean Salad

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Variations & substitutions

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