Enchanting Eats

Bean & Corn Salad

You were probably expecting something with eggs, right? We all know eggs have long stood as the symbol for fertility and of spring. This refreshing salad combines three symbosl we may have overlooked. Beans have been known to spure desire, the required action prior to fertilization. In this recipe, you will find three varieties: kidney, garbanzo, and pinto. Corn is another symbol of fertility, as it is one of our main food sources across the globe. Its bright yellow color is a nod to the Sun, as well as the daffodils and chrysanthemums that are in bloom all over my region. Onions have also been associated with fertility. Some cultures believe eating them everyday will provide virility. Whether you are tapping into the Earth’s fertility for a new venture, spiritual growth, or actual procreation, this recipe will help you along. It is a great cool salad, perfect as a side, a wrap or pita filling, or an addition to a tossed green salad.

1. Drain and rinse 1 can kidney beans, 1 can garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas), 1 can pinto beans, and 1 can yellow corn. Toss into a large bowl.

2. Mince 1 medium onion and add to bowl. (Don’t cry! You’re almost done!)

3. Add 1/2 cup chopped cilantro. Parsley is a good substitute if you don’t like cilantro’s peppery bite.

4. You can have a little fun with the vinegrette. I typically use equal parts apple cider vinegar to olive oil, which is quite zippy. You can adjust the ratio to suit your taste. Of course, lemon or lime juice would work well, too.

5. Stir until ingredients are evenly distributed. You can eat immediately, or let everything marinade for a couple hours to divine yumminess.

Enjoy & Blessed Be!