Easy Black Bean Salad
Jan 23, 2026
Easy Black Bean Salad (Oil-Free)
This quick and easy black bean salad is a fast, satisfying plant-based meal made with simple pantry staples. It’s customizable, oil-free, and perfect for busy lunches or dinners.
Ingredients
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1 (15-oz) can beans (black beans or pinto beans work well), rinsed and drained
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1 tortilla (low-carb if desired, but any tortilla works)
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Bagged salad greens of choice
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Taco seasoning, to taste
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Tahini, to drizzle
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Salsa, to taste
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Optional: oil-free dressing (use the smallest amount possible)
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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½ fresh lime
Instructions
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Rinse and drain the canned beans.
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Warm the tortilla if desired, then place it on a plate.
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Top the tortilla with a generous handful of salad greens.
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Add the beans on top of the greens and sprinkle with taco seasoning.
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Drizzle with tahini and spoon salsa over the top.
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If using dressing, add just a small amount.
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Finish with fresh cilantro and squeeze the juice of half a lime over everything.
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Serve immediately and enjoy like a tostada-style salad.
*this recipe can be found in this YouTube video!
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