Aunt Beckys Mexican Black Bean Salad Food

MEXICAN CORN & BLACK BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine corn, black beans and remaining ingredients in medium size bowl, except fresh parsley and cilantro.
• (Salsa can be made 1 day ahead.) Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.
• Bring to room temperature before serving and add freshly chopped parsley and cilantro.
• Serving Size: 9.

MEXICAN BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Lower the eggs into boiling water and boil for 6½ mins, then put into a bowl of cold water to cool. Slice the avocados and place in a large bowl with the beans, onion, coriander and tomatoes. Measure 3 tbsp of the dressing into a small bowl, then mix in the chilli and cumin. Once the eggs have cooled but are still warm, peel off the shells and cut into quarters. Toss the salad with the dressing and nestle in the eggs. Serve straight away - delicious with toasted tortillas.

BLACK BEANS & AVOCADO ON TOAST

Steps:

• Mix the tomatoes, ¼ onion, lime juice and 1 tbsp oil and set aside. Fry the remaining onion in 2 tbsp oil until it starts to soften. Add the garlic, fry for 1 min, then add the cumin and chipotle and stir until fragrant. Tip in the beans and a splash of water, stir and cook gently until heated through. Stir in most of the tomato mixture and cook for 1 min, season well and add most of the coriander.
• Toast the bread and drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp oil. Put a slice on each plate and pile some beans on top. Arrange some slices of avocado on top, then sprinkle with the remaining tomato mixture and coriander leaves to serve.