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Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad

Zesty Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad for Vibrant Meals

This Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad is a light meal bursting with flavor, featuring a creamy miso garlic dressing and a variety of textures to satisfy your cravings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Pickling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Can be substituted with a small zucchini
  • 1 medium Red Onion Shallots or white onion can be used instead
  • 1 can Cannellini Beans Can be swapped with butter beans, black beans, or pinto beans
  • 1 bunch Cilantro Substitute with parsley, dill, basil, or chives as preferred
  • 1 large Cucumber (Persian/English) Can swap with snap peas
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Alternatives include white balsamic or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; for a raw option, use grated
  • 2 tablespoons Miso (Yellow/White) Use half a bouillon cube if needed
  • 1 large Fresh Lime Always best to use fresh juice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be replaced with avocado oil
For Garnish
  • 1 medium Sliced Avocados Essential for serving atop tostadas
  • 1/2 cup Pickled Jalapeños Prepared ahead for convenience

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Saucepan
  • colander
  • blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together equal parts white wine vinegar, sugar, and salt until dissolved. Add the sliced jalapeños and cilantro, tossing to coat. Set aside for 15 minutes.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad
  2. Combine chopped red onion with lime zest and juice in a large bowl. Massage for 2-3 minutes until tender. Let sit to soak up the flavors.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad
  3. Cut cucumbers in half; smack to crack. Slice into 1-inch pieces, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 10 minutes in a colander.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad
  4. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, add minced garlic and sauté until golden. Blend garlic and oil with pickled jalapeños, lime juice, vinegar, agave, miso, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad
  5. In the bowl with marinated onions, add drained cucumbers, rinsed beans, and remaining cilantro. Toss with dressing until well-coated.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad
  6. Spread mashed avocados on tostadas and top with the salad. Sprinkle with pickled jalapeños for a delightful serving.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad
  7. Store the salad in airtight containers for up to 4 days, keeping pickled jalapeños separate to maintain crispness.
    Marinated Cilantro Lime Bean Salad

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This salad is customizable; feel free to mix beans or add more herbs to suit your taste. It's best after marinating for at least an hour.

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