Low Sodium Zesty Bean Salsa

Bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this Low Sodium Zesty Bean Salsa is a vibrant, heart-healthy appetizer that doesn’t compromise on flavor. Featuring no-salt-added black beans, crisp corn kernels, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a bold splash of lime juice, this salsa is perfectly seasoned with a pinch of ground cumin and black pepper for a zesty kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a refreshing choice for snack time or as a topping for grilled veggies and proteins. With its colorful combination of textures and a hint of optional jalapeño heat, this low-sodium recipe proves that bold flavor can shine without added salt. Serve chilled with unsalted tortilla chips for a guilt-free, crowd-pleasing treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 89/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans (no salt added, rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (fresh or unsalted canned, drained if canned)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved or diced)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (finely diced)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 small Jalapeño (seeded and finely diced, optional for heat)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing all vegetables: dice the red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño if using. Halve or dice the cherry tomatoes, and chop the cilantro.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the diced red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and black pepper.

Step 5

Gently toss all ingredients together using a large spoon until well combined. Be careful not to mash the beans or tomatoes.

Step 6

Taste the salsa and adjust lime juice or black pepper if desired. Since this is a low-sodium recipe, no extra salt is added, but the fresh ingredients naturally deliver plenty of flavor.

Step 7

Cover and chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve cold with unsalted tortilla chips, as a topping for grilled vegetables, or as a fresh side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	810.3

Total Fat 19.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 65.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 37.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 243.8mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2548.4mg	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: 20.7%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 62.0%