A Side of Black Beans and Corn
Elevate your meal with this vibrant and savory side of Black Beans and Corn, a quick and easy recipe packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and zesty lime juice, this dish takes just 20 minutes to prepare and delivers the perfect balance of smoky, tangy, and fresh. Finely diced onions and minced garlic are sautéed to aromatic perfection before being combined with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor. Serve this versatile side warm alongside grilled proteins, as a taco filling, or as a hearty addition to your favorite grain bowl. Whether you're planning a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering, this Black Beans and Corn recipe is a simple yet satisfying crowd-pleaser that will quickly become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
- 1.5 cups (can also use frozen or fresh) sweet corn kernels
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the black beans and corn to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to evenly coat the beans and corn with the spices.
Cook the mixture for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and the flavors meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lime juice.
Top with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, just before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or use as a topping or filling for tacos, burritos, or grain bowls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1564 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1031 mg | 22% | |
*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.
