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Black Bean Corn Salsa

Refreshing Black Bean Corn Salsa for Quick Healthy Snacking

This Black Bean Corn Salsa is a vibrant, healthy option packed with protein and fiber, perfect for snacking or as a meal accompaniment.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can Black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Corn or 2 cups fresh corn kernels
  • 0.5 medium Red onion diced
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper chopped
  • 2 Scallions sliced
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro roughly chopped
  • 2 Limes juiced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • whisk
  • Sturdy Spoon

Method
 

Steps to Make Salsa
  1. Gather all your fresh ingredients for the Black Bean Corn Salsa. Rinse and drain the black beans and corn in a colander.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, diced red onion, chopped red bell pepper, sliced scallions, and cilantro. Gently mix with a spoon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 limes, olive oil, oregano, and smoked paprika. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salsa mixture and gently fold the ingredients together until well-coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to enhance the flavors.
  6. Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats or tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 180mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra kick, add jalapeños or adjust the herbs to your taste preferences.

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