The soluble fiber and monounsaturated fatty acids in this hearty black bean and avocado salad helps fight cholesterol -- which ultimately can lower your risk of heart disease.

Ingredients

• 1-10 oz bag frozen corn
• 2 Tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 2 medium avocados, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• ½ cup red onion, diced
• 3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
• ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
• 1-15 oz can no salt added black beans, drained
• 2 tsp jalapeño, minced (optional)

Directions

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave frozen corn for 2-3 minutes or until fully cooked. Set aside.
2. Whisk together lime juice, salt and olive oil in a small bowl.
3. In a large mixing bowl, toss all ingredients together with the lime, salt, and oil mixture.
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours and serve.

Nutrition information

Makes 6 servings

Each serving contains:

• Calories: 240
• Total fat: 11g
• Saturated fat: 1.5g
• Trans fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 115 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 30 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugars: 5 g
• Protein: 8 g

Recipe courtesy of Digestive Disease Health Team Dietitians

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