Carribean Bean Corn Salsa
Brighten up your table with the vibrant and tropical flavors of Caribbean Bean Corn Salsa! This quick and easy recipe combines protein-packed black beans, juicy sweet corn, crisp bell peppers, and a zesty lime dressing for a refreshing dish that's both healthy and delicious. With the optional addition of diced pineapple and jalapeño, this salsa takes on a sweet and spicy Caribbean-inspired twist that makes it truly irresistible. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with bold colors and textures, this salsa is perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled meats, or a flavorful side dish. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and packed with fresh ingredients, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams (1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
- 300 grams (1 can, drained) sweet corn kernels
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 1 small, finely chopped red onion
- 20 grams, chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 large, juiced lime
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
- 1 small, finely chopped (optional) jalapeño
- 150 grams, diced (optional) pineapple
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the black beans and sweet corn kernels after draining and rinsing them.
Dice the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red onion. Add them to the bowl.
If using, dice the pineapple into small chunks and finely chop the jalapeño. Add them to the mixture for a tropical and spicy twist.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the bowl.
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the lime dressing over the bean and corn mixture. Toss everything gently but thoroughly to mix flavors evenly.
Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning if needed (more salt, pepper, or lime juice).
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Enjoy this Caribbean Bean Corn Salsa with tortilla chips, over grilled meats, or as a fresh side dish for your meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253997 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3058.3 g | 3921% | |
| Saturated Fat | 259.6 g | 1298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 544590 mg | 23678% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49158.3 g | 17876% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12635.3 g | 45126% | |
| Total Sugars | 9324.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13252.3 g | 26505% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80870 mg | 6221% | |
| Iron | 3007.3 mg | 16707% | |
| Potassium | 345348 mg | 7348% | |
*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.
