Black Bean and Corn Dip with Cilantro and Lime
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly zesty, this Black Bean and Corn Dip with Cilantro and Lime is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion! Packed with vibrant ingredients like sweet corn, protein-rich black beans, crisp red bell pepper, and a burst of fresh cilantro, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. A tangy lime and olive oil dressing, enhanced with the warm spices of cumin and chili powder, ties it all together with bold Tex-Mex flavors. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips or a versatile topping for tacos, salads, or grilled proteins, this refreshing dish is equally nutritious and delicious. Plus, it’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and bursting with flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an effortless appetizer or side dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Black beans
- 15 oz (1 can, drained) Sweet corn
- 1 medium (diced) Red bell pepper
- 0.5 medium (finely diced) Red onion
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon (to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (to taste) Black pepper
- 1 small (deseeded and finely diced, optional) Jalapeño
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans and sweet corn.
Add the diced red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño (if using).
Stir in the chopped cilantro to evenly distribute it throughout the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the black bean and corn mixture, and gently toss everything together until well coated.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lime juice or salt to achieve your desired flavor.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together (optional but recommended).
Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1368 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 644 mg | 14% | |
*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.
