Corn and Black Bean Salsa

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, this Corn and Black Bean Salsa is a quick and easy recipe bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors. Perfect as a dip, side dish, or taco topping, this salsa combines tender black beans, sweet corn kernels, crisp red bell pepper, and zippy red onion, all tied together with a kick of jalapeño and the refreshing aroma of chopped cilantro. A generous splash of lime juice adds a tangy citrus twist, while a touch of salt and black pepper enhances every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this healthy and gluten-free salsa is the ideal make-ahead dish for parties, potlucks, or casual weeknight meals. Serve it chilled with tortilla chips, or spoon it over grilled chicken or fish for a vibrant finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 ounces canned black beans
• 15 ounces canned corn kernels
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 small jalapeño pepper
• 0.5 cup cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the black beans and corn thoroughly using a colander. Allow them to stand for a few minutes to remove any excess liquid.

Step 2

Finely dice the red bell pepper and red onion, ensuring that the pieces are uniform for even distribution throughout the salsa.

Step 3

Carefully remove the seeds and finely chop the jalapeño pepper for a mild spice. Use gloves if necessary to prevent irritation.

Step 4

Roughly chop the cilantro leaves, discarding any thick stems, to bring a fresh, herbal flavor to your salsa.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 6

Add the lime juice to the mixture to enhance the flavors with a citrusy zing.

Step 7

Season with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Gently toss all the ingredients to combine, ensuring that the lime juice and seasonings coat the salsa uniformly.

Step 9

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve chilled as a dip with your favorite tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos or grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1149.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1007.1

Total Fat 6.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4152.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 206.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.1g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 269.7mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 3088.8mg	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: 5.5%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 75.7%