Ingredients
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn, drained
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 small red onion, finely chopped
– 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 2 limes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Follow these easy steps to prepare your Black Bean and Corn Salsa:
1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your fresh ingredients and rinse the black beans and corn.
2. Dice and Chop: Dice the red bell pepper, finely chop the red onion, and mince the jalapeño.
3. Halve Tomatoes: Slice the cherry tomatoes in half for a burst of flavor and color.
4. Combine Beans and Corn: In a large mixing bowl, add the rinsed black beans and sweet corn.
5. Add Vegetables: Add the chopped red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl.
6. Mix in Cilantro: Gently stir in the chopped cilantro for a fresh flavor.
7. Dress the Salsa: Squeeze the juice of the limes over the mixture and drizzle in the olive oil.
8. Season: Sprinkle in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, then mix well to combine all the ingredients.
9. Taste and Adjust: Sample your salsa and adjust seasoning as needed to match your flavor preference.
10. Chill: For best results, let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
These straightforward steps will help you create a mouthwatering Black Bean and Corn Salsa that everyone will rave about!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Fat: 2g
- Protein: 6g