Wash and finely dice 1 cup of tomatoes. Peel and finely chop about 1/3 of a red onion. Wash and finely dice a red or orange bell pepper. If using jalapeño, slice thinly and remove seeds for a milder taste, adding as much as you like ;)!

Wash and roughly chop fresh cilantro leaves. Then, cut 1 avocado in half, remove the pit, and dice into small cubes just before serving to keep it fresh.

Place all these ingredients into a large salad bowl

Next, drain and rinse the black or kidney beans thoroughly, then add to the bowl. Secondly, drain the sweet corn and add it as well.

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together some olive oil, balsamic vinegar, a generous squeeze of lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.

★ Enjoy as a dip with tortilla chips for a healthy snack or party side. ★ Alternatively, use as a vibrant filling for wraps or burritos. For added flavor, prepare a quick guacamole by mashing avocado with olive oil, chili, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Optionally, caramelize red onion and a bit of garlic in olive oil and honey until golden (5–7 min), then add it to your wrap for extra flavor ;).