Quick and Easy Salsa with Black Beans and Corn
Zesty, vibrant, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Quick and Easy Salsa with Black Beans and Corn is the ultimate fresh and flavorful addition to any meal or gathering! Featuring protein-rich black beans, crisp corn kernels, juicy Roma tomatoes, and a pop of heat from minced jalapeño, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. A zippy lime dressing with a hint of ground cumin ties the ingredients together beautifully, while fresh cilantro and red onion add bold, aromatic notes. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips or a topping for tacos, grilled proteins, or salads, this versatile salsa is a must-try for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight snacking. Gluten-free, vegan, and loaded with texture, this crowd-pleaser fits a variety of dietary needs while delivering unbeatable flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz), rinsed and drained Black beans
- 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned) Corn kernels
- 3 medium (diced) Roma tomatoes
- 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Red onion
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro
- 1 small (minced, seeds removed for less heat) Jalapeño
- 1 (juiced) Lime
- 1 tablespoon 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, combine the black beans, corn, diced Roma tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
Add the chopped cilantro and minced jalapeño to the bowl. Adjust the amount of jalapeño based on your heat preference.
Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and drizzle with olive oil.
Add ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.
Let the salsa rest for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld together, or serve immediately.
Serve with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.2 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 302 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 274 mg | 6% | |
*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.
