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Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Course: Appetizer, Sides & Appetizers
Cuisine: Southwestern
Keyword: black bean and corn salsa, black bean corn salsa, corn salsa with black beans
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Ashley
Black Bean and Corn Salsa is a quick and easy homemade salsa filled with hearty black beans, sweet corn, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and jalapenos tossed in a fresh lime dressing. Delicious as a dip or side dish with tortilla chips, on top of salad, tacos, meat, vegetables, and more.
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Ingredients

  • 2 14 ounce cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 14 ounce can yellow corn drained and rinsed
  • 3 Roma tomatoes seeded and chopped
  • 1 large bell pepper I chose orange, seeded and diced
  • 1 small red onion diced
  • 1 medium jalapeño seeded and diced
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes juiced (about ¼ cup)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  • Combine veggies: In a large bowl, add beans, corn, chopped tomatoes, diced bell pepper, diced onion, jalapeno, green onions, and freshly chopped cilantro. 
  • Make dressing: In a small bowl, combine lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin. Drizzle over bowl and gently toss to combine.
  • Serve with fresh avocado, top with more cilantro if desired. Enjoy with tortilla chips, as a taco topper, salad topper, and more.

Notes

STORAGE - leftover salsa will keep for 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Give it a good stir before serving.