Quick and Easy Salsa with Black Beans and Corn

Zesty, vibrant, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Quick and Easy Salsa with Black Beans and Corn is the ultimate fresh and flavorful addition to any meal or gathering! Featuring protein-rich black beans, crisp corn kernels, juicy Roma tomatoes, and a pop of heat from minced jalapeño, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. A zippy lime dressing with a hint of ground cumin ties the ingredients together beautifully, while fresh cilantro and red onion add bold, aromatic notes. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips or a topping for tacos, grilled proteins, or salads, this versatile salsa is a must-try for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight snacking. Gluten-free, vegan, and loaded with texture, this crowd-pleaser fits a variety of dietary needs while delivering unbeatable flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained Black beans
• 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned) Corn kernels
• 3 medium (diced) Roma tomatoes
• 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
• 1 small (minced, seeds removed for less heat) Jalapeño
• 1 (juiced) Lime
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced Roma tomatoes, and chopped red onion.

Step 2

Add the chopped cilantro and minced jalapeño to the bowl. Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your heat preference.

Step 3

Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 4

Add ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.

Step 6

Let the salsa rest for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld together, or serve immediately.

Step 7

Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(501.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	350.5

Total Fat 17.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1222.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.1g
Protein 8.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 71.2mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1103.5mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 52.0%