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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
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Equipment

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

Method
 

  1. 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.
  2. 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.

Nutrition

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

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

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