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BBQ Ranch Black Bean Salad

A vibrant Southwest-inspired salad made with black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and a smoky-sweet BBQ ranch dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side
Cuisine: American, Southwest
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely diced
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeño minced, optional
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
BBQ Ranch Dressing
  • 0.25 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp BBQ sauce
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp lime juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk or spoon

Method
 

  1. Whisk ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and lime juice.
  2. Combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and avocado in a bowl.
  3. Season with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour BBQ ranch dressing over the salad and gently toss.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes for deeper flavor.

Notes

Add chicken or tortilla chips to make this salad a full meal.