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    July 18, 2016 31 Comments

    Chipotle Black Bean Kale Salad

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    Last weekend I ran the Foam Fest with a group of my favourite people, which is a 5K obstacle course that involves a lot of running through mud and foam. I decided to celebrate with this glorious Chipotle Black Bean Kale Salad... well really we celebrated with burritos, vodka, popcorn, and lots of movie watching... but you know... eventually the next day I ate salad. Health and what not...er.

    Hearty, spicy, bursting with a flavour bomb of beans, topped on hearty kale, and then drizzled with a little Chipotle Lime Dressing this is my new favourite salad. It’s like a fiesta in your mouth. Vegan and gluten free #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    Ok so maybe I didn't celebrate the race with salad, but I easily could have. This salad is so scrumptious and hearty delicious I just had to share it with you guys immediately. If you follow me on Instagram @itdoesnttastelikechicken, you know I am a big fan of monster salads.  Get those greens in!

    Hearty, spicy, bursting with a flavour bomb of beans, topped on hearty kale, and then drizzled with a little Chipotle Lime Dressing this is my new favourite salad. It’s like a fiesta in your mouth. Vegan and gluten free #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    Hearty, spicy, bursting with a flavour bomb of beans, topped on hearty kale, and then drizzled with a little Chipotle Lime Dressing this is my new favourite salad. It's like a fiesta in your mouth. The beans are actually so flavourful these would be awesome used in so many dishes, and they are super quick and easy to make too. Would make an awesome burrito!  ...but this is a salad post Sam, think salad. Geeze.

    Hearty, spicy, bursting with a flavour bomb of beans, topped on hearty kale, and then drizzled with a little Chipotle Lime Dressing this is my new favourite salad. It’s like a fiesta in your mouth. Vegan and gluten free #itdoesnttastelikechicken

    To make this recipe, just sauté up some onions and garlic, toss in a can of black beans along with tomato paste, a chipotle pepper, and some extra spices then heat through. Pile on your greenage and dig in.

    Hearty, spicy, bursting with a flavour bomb of beans, topped on hearty kale, and then drizzled with a little Chipotle Lime Dressing this is my new favourite salad. It’s like a fiesta in your mouth. Vegan and gluten free #itdoesnttastelikechicken

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    5 from 6 votes

    Spiced Black Bean and Kale Salad with Chipotle Lime Dressing

    Hearty, spicy, bursting with a flavour bomb of beans, topped on hearty kale, and then drizzled with a little Chipotle Lime Dressing this is my new favourite salad. It’s like a fiesta in your mouth. 
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Course : Salad
    Cuisine : AmericanMexican
    Servings: 4 as a side
    Author: Sam Turnbull • It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken

    Ingredients

    For the black beans:

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ an onion , chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic , minced
    • 1 19 oz can black beans (about 2 cups), drained and rinsed
    • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce , minced
    • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon cumin
    • 1 teaspoon agave
    • ½ teaspoon salt

    For the salad:

    • ½ a bunch of kale (about 6 cups), shredded
    • 1 recipe Chipotle Lime Dressing (I used about ⅓ of the recipe)
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    Instructions

    • To prepare the beans, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and garlic for about 5 minutes until the soften and begin to brown. Add in the black beans and all of the remaining ingredients. Stir well to combine and cook until heated through. Another 3-5 minutes.
    • To assemble the salad, put the shredded kale in a large bowl and top with the prepared black beans. Drizzle on the dressing to taste. The black beans are very flavourful, so you might not need too much. Bon Appetegan!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 229kcal
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    Bon appetegan!

    Sam.


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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Colleen Shannon says

      February 19, 2022 at 7:40 am

      5 stars
      I love this recipe so much! It’s so flavorful and easy to make. I used 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle powder and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder instead of the chipotles in adobe sauce. I did not add the agave/sugar. You could use these Chipotle black beans in tacos, rice bowls, & burritos. I don't use them in a salad, I like to have them just on their own with some of this sauce on top...

      Tangy Cumin Sauce:

      1/2 cup mayo
      1 Tbsp lemon juice
      1/2 tsp garlic, grated
      1/4 tsp cumin

      Add sauce ingredients to a bowl and mix well.

      Reply
    2. Sheila Smith says

      September 30, 2021 at 1:21 pm

      This recipe is AMAZING, I really wasn’t sure I’d like it but you haven’t,t disappointed me yet lol
      Happy I made it, was full of flavour and such a refreshing change with the kale and that dressing is soooo good..

      Reply
    3. Mark says

      March 24, 2020 at 9:08 pm

      5 stars
      We took your suggestion of using the filling for burritos. Actually, my son made it on his cooking day, and it came out great!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        April 03, 2020 at 12:34 pm

        Wonderful!

        Reply
    4. Heidi says

      September 11, 2019 at 5:35 pm

      I made this for dinner tonight. It was delicious! My non vegan husband says it’s a keeper. I added some cold rice on top of the kale and used regular paprika and a bit of liquid smoke because I was out of smoked paprika, but followed everything else exactly. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        September 16, 2019 at 12:22 pm

        You're most welcome, Heidi! So happy you and your husband enjoyed it so much 🙂

        Reply
    5. Aiyana Washington says

      February 21, 2018 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      My mom and I became vegans two weeks ago, and I have made this recipe twice since then. (-: It is really delicious! My mom said that she felt like she was eating meat because of how hearty it was! Since the vegan mayonnaise we bought was a bit sweet on its own, we found that the agave wasn't necessary. It was super easy to make, and I like that it can be used in many different ways! Your blog will definitely be my go-to for vegan recipes now! Thank you so much!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        February 22, 2018 at 9:36 am

        Wonderful! So happy you enjoyed the recipe, and a big huge congrats from me on your new veganism!!! 😀

        Reply
    6. Trish says

      August 08, 2017 at 7:59 am

      5 stars
      Made this last night over kale and romaine. Didn't make sauce as I ran out of time. This was tremendous!!!!! Had all the ingredients and it whipped up in under 30 mins. Husband, a non vegan, commented multiple times throughout meal how good it was. I agree! I'm still thinking about it today! May have to make it again tonight 😉 thanks so much for a simple, quick, and flavorful meal.

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        August 09, 2017 at 10:51 am

        Yay!! SO very happy you and your husband loved it so much, Trish 🙂

        Reply
    7. Trish says

      September 07, 2016 at 7:50 pm

      Oh wow this was good! My new favorite salad. Have already had it twice this week. super tasty. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        September 08, 2016 at 2:38 pm

        Yay! You're so welcome Trish. 🙂

        Reply
    8. Scott says

      August 12, 2016 at 10:46 am

      Sounds awesome. But the recipe calls for "1 Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce, minced." What's the measurement? An entire can? Or...? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        August 12, 2016 at 11:05 am

        Just one pepper. A can will contain several whole peppers, so just pick one out, chop it up and save the rest for later (they freeze well).

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        • Scott says

          August 12, 2016 at 11:07 am

          That's what I assumed, but wanted to be sure. I'm all for heat, but that would have been an awful lot. Thanks, Sam! Can't wait to try it!

        • Sam Turnbull says

          August 12, 2016 at 2:11 pm

          Haha! Yes one can would be very intense! haha

    9. Bethery says

      July 22, 2016 at 12:54 am

      I didn't see anything about voting. Was it over by the time I looked at the post?

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        July 22, 2016 at 8:25 am

        Aww thanks for your interest Bethery! The voting was in the email newsletter as I am trying to not bug people too much 🙂 I have been nominated in the NOW Toronto's Readers Choice Awards for Best Blogger. I have no idea how that happened but am so flattered!! Would very much appreciate your vote if you would like too. I am under the "New Best Blogger" category. Thank you so much 😀

        Reply
        • Bethery says

          July 22, 2016 at 2:44 pm

          Wow, I must have breezed right past it. Well I've voted for you, now. No contest in my book.

        • Sam Turnbull says

          July 23, 2016 at 1:04 pm

          Aww thanks so much Bethery! You're the best. Always happy when I see there is a comment waiting from you 🙂

        • Bethery says

          July 23, 2016 at 1:54 pm

          Well, you just made my day! :^D

    10. Sawyer says

      July 19, 2016 at 3:03 pm

      I love black beans and I love chipotle and I am so hyped about the idea of combining those flavors in a way that *isn't* chili, soup, or a burrito! Looks great 😀

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        July 19, 2016 at 9:06 pm

        Love it! Chili and soup are great sometimes, but there are other ways! So happy you are hyped about the recipe 🙂

        Reply
    11. Trish says

      July 19, 2016 at 1:31 pm

      This recipe is seriously making my mouth water! Definitely making this beauty this week!!! Voted too, for you that is 😉

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        July 19, 2016 at 9:06 pm

        Haha! I hope you enjoy it Trish. Thanks so much for the votes! 🙂

        Reply
    12. betty says

      July 19, 2016 at 12:46 pm

      What do you mean you ate the entire salad yourself!?! I thought you were going to share.
      Just voted for you. Good luck, Sam!!!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        July 19, 2016 at 9:05 pm

        Hahaha, sharing... so overrated. Thank you for voting! 😀

        Reply
    13. Trish says

      July 19, 2016 at 12:24 pm

      Perfect !
      Really enjoying the full flavours and fact it shows loving vegan does not have to stop you being a full on foodie!

      Plus have voted btw ;0)

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        July 19, 2016 at 12:35 pm

        Thank you Trish! Absolutely! I would totally consider myself a foodie. Thanks so much for voting!

        Reply
    14. Kristi says

      July 19, 2016 at 12:16 pm

      This looks delicious Sam! Adding this to my list of make soon recipes. I voted for you too!

      Reply
      • Sam Turnbull says

        July 19, 2016 at 12:33 pm

        Not gonna lie, I ate the entire salad myself! hahaha. Thank you so much, very much appreciate your vote! 😀

        Reply

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