FAST + FRESH Mexican-Inspired Recipes! Healthy, vegan, and easy to make!

black beans

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned kidney beans

Edamame offers a different protein source, while kidney beans are often less expensive.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Lentils are lower in calories and split peas are budget-friendly.

corn

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Zucchini adds freshness, while frozen peas are economical.

diced tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes provide better flavor, while canned are cost-effective.

Combine chopped tomatoes, diced red onions, corn, minced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, kosher salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

Stir well to mix all ingredients together.

Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.

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