recipeName: pinto bean salsa salad
ingredients: dressing: 1 small clove garlic 3 tablespoons lime juice 2 teaspoons salt 1/4 teaspoon chilli powder 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil salad: 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed 1 1/3 cups fresh corn kernels 1 orange or yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup) salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 small avocado, halved, seeded and diced 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, leaves and stems
steps: make the dressing: smash the garlic clove, sprinkle with a pinch of the salt, and, with the flat side of a large knife, mash and smear the mixture to a coarse paste. whisk the garlic paste, lime juice, remaining salt and chilli powder together in a bowl. gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream. for the salad: toss together the beans, corn, bell pepper, and onions. add the dressing and toss to coat evenly. gently fold in the tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro. adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
NER: dressing garlic lime juice salt chilli powder extra-virgin olive oil salad pinto beans corn kernels orange red onion salt black pepper cherry tomatoes avocado cilantro