Chili-Lime Edamame & Black Bean Salad with Avocado and Toasted Pepitas

This vibrant vegetarian salad combines chili-lime roasted edamame and black beans with creamy avocado and crunchy toasted pepitas, all prepared conveniently on a sheet pan. Perfect as a wholesome main or a hearty side, it's packed with flavor, protein, and fresh ingredients.

⏱️ 25 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 350 calories
Chili-Lime Edamame & Black Bean Salad with Avocado and Toasted Pepitas
Ingredients
  • 2 cups shelled edamame (thawed if frozen)
  • 1.5 cups canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup red bell pepper (diced)
  • 0.5 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 large avocado (diced)
  • 0.5 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.75 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
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Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.

🌡️ 400°F
2

In a large bowl, toss edamame, black beans, red bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

⏱️ 3 minutes
3

Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared sheet pan. Roast for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.

⏱️ 15 minutes 🌡️ 400°F
4

In the last 5 minutes of roasting, sprinkle pepitas over the mixture to toast.

⏱️ 5 minutes
5

Remove pan from oven. Let cool slightly, then squeeze lime juice over the warm salad and toss gently.

⏱️ 2 minutes
6

Top with diced avocado and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately, warm or at room temperature.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

350
Calories
18g
Protein
38g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Prepare the salad up to step 5, then add avocado and cilantro just before serving to maintain freshness.

Yes, all ingredients are naturally gluten-free, but always check labels to be sure.

Absolutely. It tastes great warm or chilled, making it perfect for meal prep or picnics.

Add a pinch of cayenne or finely chopped jalapeño to the sheet pan mixture before roasting.

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