Black Beans with Coriander, Pickled Onions, and Crema

I love bean salads. They feel like the perfect do-ahead food, getting better over time. They are great at room temp, too; in fact, I prefer them this way. With beans, it is super important to have enough dressing to give the salad some forceful flavor. Here, the toasted spices help keep this salad bright and interesting over time. Feel free to change the black beans out for your favorite bean, and always double-check the seasoning just before serving, especially if you made the salad earlie