Cilantro-Lime Black Bean Salad

Submitted by lecole54

""Crunchy, cool celery and a tangy dressing make this dish light, fresh and summery. It is perfect for warm weather entertaining or just a weeknight dinner. The salad looks and tastes good when served right away, but overnight refrigeration makes the flavor even better." From The Washington Post, 6/9/10."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 1⁄2 bunch cilantro (tough stems discarded, 1 cup packed)
• 2 limes, zest of
• 2 limes, juice of
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3 cups black beans (rinsed and drained, if using no salt canned)
• 2 -3 celery ribs, cut into 1/4 to 1/2 inch dice (1 cup)
• 3 large scallions, white and light green parts, finely chopped (1/2 cup)

directions

1. Combine the cilantro, lime zest and juice, vinegar, oil, salt and sugar in a blender; process to form a pureed dressing.
2. Combine the beans, celery and scallions in a large bowl; add the dressing and mix well. Let sit for 15 minutes, then stir again and taste; add salt as needed. Serve; or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours. Mix well before serving.