Description
A fresh and flavorful Corn, Black Bean & Avocado Salsa that’s perfect for summer gatherings or as a healthy snack. This colorful salsa combines the sweetness of corn, creaminess of avocado, and earthy black beans with a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
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For the salsa:
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels (thawed if frozen)
- 1 large ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
For the dressing:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salsa and gently toss to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Add diced jalapeño for extra heat if desired.
- Best served fresh to keep the avocado from browning.
- Stir gently to avoid mashing the avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
