Description
This Black Bean & Corn Salsa is a fresh and zesty appetizer that is perfect for parties or as a topping for your favorite dishes. The combination of black beans, corn, and a flavorful dressing will surely be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Black Bean & Corn Salsa:
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (Roma or cherry)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss: Pour the dressing over the salsa and toss until well coated.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Enjoy with tortilla chips or as a topping for various dishes.
Notes
- For extra sweetness, consider adding a diced ripe avocado just before serving.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño for desired heat levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
