Lunch: Colorful Corn Salad
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Health and fertility benefits of Colorful Corn Salad
Avocados are anti-inflammatory in nature, as they contain omega-3 fatty acids which have been proven to reduce inflammation within the body. Those seeking to sop up more oil-based nutrients will want eat avocado, as they help with their absorption. Vitamins A, D, E, and K all fall into this category, and with each also playing a role in reducing inflammation, ensuring that they get absorbed into your body efficiently will aid you in repairing the damage done by the excess insulin that flows through your veins.
Ingredients
2 avocados, diced
1 medium jicama, finely diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
4 cups cooked corn (cut from about 4 ears)
Two 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup lime juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Combine the avocados, jicama, onion, bell pepper, corn, black beans, lime juice, cilantro, olive oil, cumin, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl and adjust seasonings to taste. Chill at least 30 minutes and up to overnight before serving.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 10
| Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories 0 | ||
| Fat 0 | ||
| Carbohydrate 0 | ||
| Protein 0 | ||
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