The days grow shorter; though summer lingers gently on.
Here is a light salad to enjoy those evenings by.
Shredded Zucchini and Black Bean Salad
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini - shredded with skin
- 1 vine ripe tomato - diced
- 1/2 red onion - sliced thin
- 15 oz. can of black beans - drained and rinsed
- 1 clove of garlic - chopped fine
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 4 tbs. olive oil
Instructions
- In a medium sized bowl combine the zucchini, onion, tomato and garlic.
- Drain and rinse the beans and add them to the salad; add the seasonings and toss gently.
- In a small cup combine the lemon juice and olive oil and stir. Pour over the salad and once again give a toss.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Laura says
This sounds delicious. I am allergic to zucchini, but I am going to pass this on to my daughter and pin it. xo Laura
Penny says
What a beautiful and simple salad and a good way to use up the ubiquitous zucchini. Great recipe Catherine.
Pam says
Great combination of flavors and textures. It looks terrific!
kitchen flavours says
Such a lovely salad! Would be great with any meal!
Linda says
What a clever way to use the abundance of zucchini at this time of year. I'll be making this over the weekend after my weekly visit to the farmers' market.
Comedy Plus says
What a lovely summer salad. I'll try this one.
Have a fabulous day Catherine. ♥♥♥
Cheryl says
Beautiful! I'll definately be including this one in my no-bake roundup! I'm pinning and stumbling as well. Thanks so much for sharing on The Yuck Stops Here! See you next week. HUGS
AnnMarie says
This sounds wonderful! I guess we both had zucchini on our minds and in our kitchen! Pinned!
Rosa says
A scrumptious, fresh and colorful salad! Wonderful...
Cheers,
Rosa
Katy Blevins says
This looks so delightfully fresh. Can't wait to try it out!
tedeternura.com says
Que ENSALADA tan REFRESCANTE CATHERINE!!!
Sin dudar éxito seguro.
UN BESO AMIGA :))))
Gwen @simplyhealthyfamily says
I love this salad and how it was prepared! Perfect for a summer evening meal!
Mary Frances says
I've never thought to put a Mexican twist on zucchini! The beans and onions sound incredible - what an awesome texture combo! Pinned!
sandie says
That looked like a delicious summer salad - wish I could have some for dinner tonight!
Nee says
Hi Catherine , what a great salad , my garden is producing lots of Zucchini , kids love then so this is the perfect recipe . Thanks so much for sharing 🙂
Dottie Sauchelli Balin says
Dear Catherine,
This salad is chock full of delicious summer ingredients. Definitely hits the spot for a hot day. Love the zucchini, onions, and beans. They go very nicely with the other ingredients...Looks beautiful and so colorful on a plate. Thanks for sharing...Blessings on a good day ahead!
Dottie 🙂
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
im always on the lookout for healthy weeknight meals that are jam packed with flavour. definitely will be giving this recipe a go in my kitchen, thanks for the great recipe!
Cakelaw says
What a fab fresh salad - and I adore black beans.
Medeja says
I like the combination of beans and zucchini. Sounds delicious.
Emma | Fork and Good says
This looks lovely and refreshing! Shredded vegetables are such a good way of adding stuff to your salads. Thanks for the recipe!
Beth says
This sounds like a great way to enjoy all the summer produce that's available. Truly a pretty salad!
Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen says
I am crazy about black beans and am always on the lookout for more recipes. This looks amazing!
Sam
Hootin' Anni says
Oh boy, I am definitely going to make this salad!!! Every ingredient is perfect...and I bet it is delicious!!!
Pam@over50feeling40 says
I can eat this on my diet!! Thanks for sharing on the Thursday Blog Hop...it looks really good.
Dawn ~ Spatulas On Parade says
Great looking salad! Thanks for linking up at The Southern Special
Chiara says
a perfect summer salad, fresh and delicious! Blessings my dear, xo
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
What a wonderful way to use up the plentiful Zucchini this time of year!!
Danielle says
This looks yummy! I am looking for crafty guests to post on my blog Blissful & Domestic. I know my readers would love to see one of your fun recipes on my blog. Let me know if that is something you'd be interested in. Send me an email.
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Miz Helen says
Just pinned your awesome recipe and thanks so much for sharing it with Full Plate Thursday!
Have a great week and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Sarah Nenni Daher says
This looks so tasty and I've added it to my meal plan for next week. I just love the recipes you are posting at the Thank Goodness It's Thursday party each week. Keep 'em coming!
Kathy says
This salad sounds marvelous! I'll share this with my daughter - perhaps we can share it for lunch one day! Have a great week,
Kathy
Sarah Nenni Daher says
Catherine - this is going to be featured at tomorrow's Thank Goodness It's Thursday party! Congrats and we'll see you there.