Cindy's Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, Cindy's Black Bean and Corn Salsa is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next gathering or weeknight meal. Packed with protein-rich black beans, sweet corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty cilantro, this salsa delivers a refreshing yet hearty bite in every scoop. The zippy homemade dressing, made with lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and garlic powder, infuses every ingredient with tangy, aromatic goodness, while a finely minced jalapeño offers just the right amount of heat. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy salsa is perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a flavorful side dish. Gluten-free, vegan, and utterly irresistible, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of fresh, healthy appetizers or Mexican-inspired delights.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can) Black beans
• 15 oz (1 can) Sweet corn kernels
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup (diced) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
• 1 small (seeded and minced) Jalapeño pepper
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 tsp (or to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the black beans thoroughly in a colander to remove excess sodium.

Step 2

Drain the canned sweet corn and transfer it to the mixing bowl with the black beans.

Step 3

Slice the cherry tomatoes into small bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Dice the red onion into small pieces and add it to the mixture.

Step 5

Finely chop the cilantro and stir it in.

Step 6

Seed and mince the jalapeño. Adjust the quantity based on your desired level of spiciness, then add it to the bowl.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the black bean and corn mixture and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 10

Chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 11

Serve the salsa with tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled meats, or as a side for your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	399.3

Total Fat 17.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1526.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 17.9g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122.9mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1079.2mg	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: 35.4%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 53.2%