Black Bean Salsa
Fresh and colorful black bean salsa is easy to make with canned beans and simple, flavorful ingredients. It's a crowd-pleaser at parties, picnics or anytime you need a snack.
Ingredients
- 15 ounce can black beans , drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn , drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper , chopped
- 2 large tomatoes , diced
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
- ¾ teaspoon Kosher salt , more to taste
- 2 limes , juiced
Optional: Diced avocado, chopped jalepenos
Instructions
- Prep all of your ingredients. Allow the extra juices to drain and the produce to dry before mixing in bowl. Use a paper towel if needed to dry the ingredients.
- Combine 1 cup corn, 15 ounce black beans, 1 red bell pepper and 1/2 cup red onion into a medium sized bowl. Remove excess juice from tomatoes and then add to the bowl. Add 1/2 cup fresh cilantro. Stir gently to combine.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice from two limes over the top and gently stir. Add more lime juice, salt and pepper to taste. Add a teaspoon of sugar if you'd like to cut the acidity or add a sprinkle or cumin for a little more spice.
- Gently stir and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips or add to a Mexican dish!
Notes
Make ahead: This can be made 24 hours in advance. It will stay fresh up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator.
Make it a meal: Add to a salad or grab a wheat tortilla, some chicken and put a few spoonful's of salsa in, then roll it up. This makes a quick and easy lunch!
Variations: This salsa is easy to customize. Add in more beans (garbanzo are a great addition), avocado, jalapeno or more bell peppers. If you prefer it a little sweeter, add a teaspoon of sugar. Or use grilled corn for even more flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 69kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 341mg, Potassium: 278mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 681IU, Vitamin C: 25mg, Calcium: 26mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
