Chipotle Black Bean Salsa

Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this bold and smoky Chipotle Black Bean Salsa! Packed with protein-rich black beans, sweet bursts of corn, zesty cherry tomatoes, and a kick from chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this salsa offers a perfect balance of flavor and texture. Fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of cumin add vibrant, earthy notes, while optional jalapeño brings the heat for spice lovers. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for quick snacks, easy gatherings, or as a flavorful topping for tacos and grilled dishes. Refrigerate before serving to let the flavors harmonize, then enjoy this irresistible dip with tortilla chips or alongside your favorite meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Black beans
• 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned) Corn kernels
• 1 cup (quartered) Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium (diced) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
• 2 pieces (finely chopped) Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 tbsp Adobo sauce from chipotle can
• 2 tbsp (freshly squeezed) Lime juice
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 tsp (or to taste) Black pepper
• 1 small (finely diced, optional) Jalapeño

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed black beans and corn kernels.

Step 2

Add the quartered cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop 2 chipotle peppers from the adobo sauce and add them to the mixture. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the adobo sauce as well.

Step 4

Squeeze in the fresh lime juice and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Optionally, stir in the finely diced jalapeño for extra heat.

Step 6

Carefully toss all ingredients together until well combined, being mindful not to smash the black beans and tomatoes.

Step 7

Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with more salt, lime juice, or adobo sauce as needed.

Step 8

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve chilled with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(618.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	474.1

Total Fat 19.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1937.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.9g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133.9mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1182.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.3%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 55.1%