Black Bean And Corn Salsa

Black bean and corn salsa is the easy add-on you need, whether you're looking to spice up a weeknight dinner or you're making a big batch of dip to accompany your trusty stash of tortilla chips.

Packing in the flavor thanks to a delicious mix of spices, herbs, citrus, and a jalapeño chile, this black bean and corn salsa recipe is fresh, flavorful, creamy, and crunchy—it's everything you could want to eat in the summer.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 12

Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Strainer or colander (for rinsing beans and corn)
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife
• Spoon or spatula (for mixing)
• Serving bowl or container

Ingredients

  

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• 2 1/2 fresh corn kernels from 5 ears
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1 cup chopped red bell pepper from 1 medium pepper
• 2 15-oz. cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup chopped plum tomatoes about 2 medium tomatoes [5 oz. total]
• 1 cup chopped red onion from 1 small [5 oz.] onion
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro from 1 bunch cilantro
• 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice from 2 limes
• 1 Tbsp. finely chopped jalapeño chile not seeded (1 small chile)
• 3/4 tsp. kosher salt

Instructions

 

• Cook the corn:

  Heat a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high until hot. Add corn and oil; cook, stirring occasionally, until corn is browned, 5 to 7 minutes.

  Add cumin; cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in bell pepper until combined.
• Finish mixing salsa:

  Add beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt to corn mixture; toss gently to combine. Let stand 10 minutes. Serve.

Notes

This Black Bean and Corn Salsa is a colorful, healthy appetizer packed with plant-based protein and fiber. It's perfect as a dip or side and can be made ahead of time for better flavor. For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or chili flakes

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSodium: 220mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g

Keyword Black beans,, Fresh salsa, Vegetarian dip

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Black Bean and Corn Salsa Ingredients

A few pantry and spice cabinet staples are combined with some fresh produce. Here’s what you need:

• Black beans: Canned is fine, but you can also cook your own. Just make sure they’re cooled before combining with other ingredients.
• Fresh corn kernels: Fresh is best, but frozen (and thawed) works great, too.
• Cumin: Gives the salsa some kick.
• Jalapeño: For some nice heat. You can go up to habanero if you really like heat, or use a bell pepper if you prefer milder heat.
• Fresh lime juice: For freshness and a citrus zing.
• Tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion round out the best summer salsa you’ve ever tasted.