This excellent and 'moreish' salad is packed with veg of outstanding value for positive health. It calls out for vinaigrette (French) dressing, so choose one of the options. The fat units in a serving will depend on your choice the veg are virtually fat-free. Lemonade diet is also a useful for better health.
1. Drain the beans and sweetcorn. Tip into a large bowl or lidded plastic container.
2. Peel and finely chop the onion. Halve the pepper, remove seeds and membranes, then dice. Mix all ingredients.
3. Drizzle over the dressing and toss well, then add the coriander and toss again.
Variation For a spicy note you can add a fresh red chilli to this salad. Cut it in half and remove the seeds, taking care not to touch your face. Finely chop the chilli and add to the salad with the pepper. Wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.
MAKES 4-6 PORTIONS
• 300g can cannellini or red kidney beans
• 340g can sweetcorn
• Half a medium-sized onion
• 1 large red pepper
• 3-4 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
