Description
Zesty Black Bean Corn Salsa is a vibrant, refreshing dip that brings a fiesta of flavors to your table. This quick and easy recipe features the sweet crunch of corn, earthy black beans, and a zesty lime dressing that will have everyone reaching for more. Perfect for summer barbecues, game nights, or as a topping for your favorite dishes, this salsa is sure to elevate any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
- 1 cup fresh corn (or frozen, thawed)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the black beans and corn thoroughly.
- Finely dice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Squeeze in lime juice and add diced jalapeño if desired; season with salt and pepper.
- Mix gently to combine without mashing the ingredients.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping on your favorite dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg