Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 unit

lime

squeezed

0.75 cup

thick, chunky salsa

0.33 cup

salad oil

1 tsp

chili powder

1 tsp

salt

16 oz

black beans

drained

15 oz

red kidney beans

drained

15 oz

chickpeas

drained

2 unit

celery stalks

thinly sliced

1 unit

red onion

thinly sliced

1 unit

tomato

diced

Step 1
~2 min

Squeeze the juice from the limes into a large bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Add salsa, salad oil, chili powder, and salt to the bowl and stir to combine the dressing.

Step 3
~2 min

Drain the black beans, red kidney beans, and chickpeas.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the drained beans to the bowl with the dressing.

Step 5
~2 min

Thinly slice the celery stalks and red onion.

Step 6
~2 min

Dice the tomato.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the sliced celery, red onion, and diced tomato to the bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Mix all ingredients well to ensure everything is coated with the dressing.

Step 9
~2 min

Serve immediately or chill for later.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili powder for desired heat level.

Add diced avocado for a creamier texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish to grilled chicken or fish

Serve with tortilla chips as a dip

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Chicken
Tacos
Quesadillas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern USA/Mexico

Cultural Significance

Common in Southwestern cuisine

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Summer
Barbecue
Potluck
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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