Black Bean Avocado Salsa
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly zesty, this Black Bean Avocado Salsa is the perfect addition to any table, whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or looking for a vibrant appetizer. Packed with creamy avocado, protein-rich black beans, juicy tomatoes, and a bold kick from jalapeño peppers, this colorful salsa is a flavor-packed, nutrient-dense upgrade to your classic dip. A tangy lime-garlic dressing ties everything together, while fresh cilantro adds a fragrant finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy, versatile recipe that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, tacos, or even grilled meats. This homemade salsa is not only a crowd-pleaser but also gluten-free, vegan, and loaded with wholesome ingredients, making it a guilt-free indulgence for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Black beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 2 medium Avocado (ripe, diced)
- 1 cup Tomatoes (diced)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup Cilantro (fresh, chopped)
- 1 small Jalapeño (seeded and finely diced)
- 2 medium Lime (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black beans, diced avocado, diced tomatoes, and finely diced red onion.
Add the chopped cilantro and finely diced jalapeño to the mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the black bean avocado mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined. Be careful not to mash the avocado.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lime juice, if desired.
Chill the salsa in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the salsa with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.2 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 242 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 494 mg | 11% | |
*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.
