Lunch: Corn, Tomato and Bean Salad

This lively salad adds color, flavor and crunch to any grilled main course.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon, Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Corn, Tomato and Bean Salad

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh corn kernels or frozen, thawed
1 15- to 16-ounce can kidney or pinto beans, rinsed, drained
1 cup chopped seeded plum tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
2 large garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

Combine corn, beans, tomatoes, onion and basil in large bowl.
Whisk oil, lemon juice, parsley and garlic in small bowl to blend. Stir into corn mixture. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Serve at room temperature.)

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