Sugar-Free Zesty Bean Salsa
Bursting with flavor and loaded with wholesome ingredients, this Sugar-Free Zesty Bean Salsa is the perfect balance of freshness and zing without any added sugar! Featuring protein-packed black beans and kidney beans, crunchy corn kernels, and vibrant vegetables like Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for a healthy snack or side dish. The zesty dressing, made with freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, and paprika, ties everything together with a delectable kick of flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes and versatile enough to pair with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled proteins, or salads, this guilt-free salsa is sure to become a crowd favorite. Perfect for meal-prepping, gluten-free diets, and summer gatherings, the Sugar-Free Zesty Bean Salsa is a refreshing, nutrient-rich option you’ll love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (1 can, rinsed and drained) black beans
- 15 oz (1 can, rinsed and drained) kidney beans
- 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained if canned) corn kernels
- 4 medium (diced) Roma tomatoes
- 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
- 1 small (finely diced) red onion
- 1 small (seeded and finely diced, optional for spice) jalapeño
- 0.5 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
- 3 tbsp (freshly squeezed) lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.75 tsp (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 tsp (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, kidney beans, and corn kernels. Ensure all canned ingredients are thoroughly rinsed and drained to remove excess liquids.
Add the diced Roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño (if using) to the bowl.
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the vegetables and beans.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salsa mixture and gently toss everything together using a large spoon until fully incorporated and evenly coated.
Let the salsa sit for at least 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Serve as a standalone dish, with tortilla chips, or as a topping for tacos, grilled proteins, or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
734 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2502 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.2 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.1 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2055 mg | 44% | |
*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.
