Description
This Black Bean and Corn Salsa is bursting with flavor and freshness, making it an ideal quick appetizer or side dish. It’s easy to make with simple ingredients like black beans, corn, and vibrant veggies, creating a perfect dip for parties or a healthy snack option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 tsp lime juice
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the thawed corn and rinsed black beans.
- Add the finely chopped cilantro, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and red bell pepper to the bowl.
- Pour in the lime juice and lemon juice, then sprinkle the salt over the mixture.
- Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Notes
This salsa is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
For extra flavor, try adding diced avocado just before serving.
Serve this salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
