Avocado, Black Bean, and Tomato Salad - Jazzy Vegetarian - Vegan and Delicious!

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or basil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 1 can (about 15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1⁄2 medium/large cucumber, seeded and cubed (peeling first is optional)
• 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 sweet red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1⁄2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 avocado, pitted, peeled and cubed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest and/or 2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil