Black Bean and Corn Salsa
This Black Bean and Corn Salsa is a deliciously healthy dip you’ll want at all your parties. Black beans, corn, and red pepper tossed in a garlicky lime vinaigrette you can make in minutes.
Servings: 6
Calories: 167kcal
Ingredients
- 15-ounce can low-sodium black beans
- 11-ounce can corn
- 1 red bell pepper
- ½ red onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Drain and rinse black beans and corn in a colander.
- Remove stem and seeds from red pepper, then chop red pepper flesh into small pieces.
- Peel red onion half and finely chop.
- Cut off stem of jalapeño pepper and cut in half lengthwise. Use your knife to remove the seeds and most of the white membrane. Finely chop remaining jalapeño flesh.
- Add black beans and corn to a large mixing bowl, then stir in chopped red pepper, red onion, jalapeño, garlic powder, kosher salt, lime juice, olive oil, and cilantro.
- Let rest for 30-60 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
Storage Tips:
Once you make the salsa, keep it in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It’s best within 24 hours of making it, but it will stay good for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Expert Tips: - Use fresh steamed corn cut off the cob in the summer! - Add more heat by including the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño pepper, or switch to a serrano pepper - Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for quesadillas or tacos. Also delicious on top of grilled chicken or fish.
Once you make the salsa, keep it in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It’s best within 24 hours of making it, but it will stay good for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Expert Tips: - Use fresh steamed corn cut off the cob in the summer! - Add more heat by including the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño pepper, or switch to a serrano pepper - Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for quesadillas or tacos. Also delicious on top of grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition
Calories: 167kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 309mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g
