Quick and Easy Black Bean Salsa

Bright, zesty, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Quick and Easy Black Bean Salsa is the ultimate no-cook appetizer or topping for your favorite dishes. Made in just 10 minutes, this recipe combines protein-packed black beans, juicy diced tomatoes, crisp red onion, and a kick of heat from freshly minced jalapeño. A squeeze of lime juice, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of cumin create a tangy, aromatic dressing that ties everything together. Optional sweet corn kernels add an extra layer of texture and sweetness, making this salsa irresistibly versatile. Perfect for serving with tortilla chips, as a taco topping, or alongside grilled fish or chicken, this vibrant black bean salsa is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, canned
• 1 cup Tomatoes, diced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 small Jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 0.5 cup Corn kernels, cooked (optional)
• 1 large Lime, juiced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned black beans thoroughly under cold water, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, minced jalapeño, and corn kernels (if using) to the bowl with the black beans.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, ground cumin, and black pepper until combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the black bean mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, lime juice, or cilantro as desired.

Step 6

Chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately if short on time.

Step 7

Serve with tortilla chips, on tacos, or as a topping for grilled proteins. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(969.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	699.8

Total Fat 18.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2719.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 33.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 235.4mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 2136.3mg	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: 22.5%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 59.7%