Cilantro Bean Salsa
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Cilantro Bean Salsa is a quick and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This no-cook recipe combines hearty black beans and sweet corn with juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño, creating a salsa that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s seasoned with cumin and a drizzle of olive oil for a flavorful finish. Serve it chilled with tortilla chips for a party appetizer or use it as a vibrant topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish. Healthy, easy, and packed with plant-based protein, this bean salsa is a must-try for those seeking a quick and flavorful dish for summer gatherings, potlucks, or light meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained black beans
- 1 can (15 oz), drained sweet corn kernels
- 3 medium, diced Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 1 small, finely chopped (seeded for less heat) jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 cup, finely chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the rinsed and drained black beans and sweet corn.
Add the diced Roma tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and jalapeño pepper to the bowl.
Finely chop the cilantro and add it to the mixture.
In a small separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the lime dressing over the bean mixture and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
Refrigerate the salsa for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 385 mg | 8% | |
*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.
