Cilantro Black Bean Balsamic Based Salsa

Elevate your snacking experience with this vibrant Cilantro Black Bean Balsamic-Based Salsa, a quick and refreshing recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes! Packed with the hearty goodness of black beans, juicy tomatoes, and the zesty kick of minced jalapeño, this salsa is made extra special with a tangy balsamic vinegar and lime dressing. Fresh cilantro and a hint of cumin add an aromatic flair, while a touch of garlic ties all the bold flavors together. Whether you serve it chilled with crunchy tortilla chips, as a zesty taco topper, or alongside your favorite grilled dishes, this versatile salsa is a healthy, flavor-packed addition to any meal. Perfect for parties, summer BBQs, or as a light snack, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black beans (canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Tomatoes (diced)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.5 cup Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
• 1 small Jalapeño (seeded and finely minced)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Cumin (ground)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, diced tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, and minced garlic.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.

Step 3

Pour the balsamic dressing over the black bean mixture in the large bowl.

Step 4

Gently toss everything together to combine, ensuring that all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice to suit your preference.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and let the salsa sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips, as a taco topping, or as a side for any grilled dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(756.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	477.5

Total Fat 17.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1672.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 20.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1630.0mg	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: 30.3%

Protein: 16.0%

Carbs: 53.7%