(Recipe) Peach and black bean salad

This salad is the definition of summer and easy to make. Cut fresh peaches, cilantro, citrus and jalapenos and mixed with black beans for a fiber-rich side salad.  

Ingredients 

• 2 fresh peaches, finely chopped  

• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped  

• 1/4 red onion, finely diced  

• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced  

• 1 (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained  

• 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro  

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin  

• Sea salt to taste  

• 1 avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped 

• 2 tablespoons lime juice  

• 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 

Directions  

• Mix peaches, red bell pepper, onion and jalapeno pepper together in a bowl; gently fold in black beans and cilantro. 

• Season with cumin and sea salt. 

• Fold in avocado and drizzle salad with lime juice and olive oil. 

• Let stand for at least 15 minutes before serving. 

Nutritional information (per serving)  

Serving Size: ½ cup 

Calories 117 
Fat 5 g 
Fiber 5 g 
Protein 7 g