Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Bright, fresh, and bursting with bold flavors, this Black Bean and Corn Salsa is a quick and healthy recipe that’s perfect as a party appetizer or a vibrant addition to your favorite dishes. Featuring hearty black beans, sweet corn (fresh, frozen, or canned), juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this no-cook salsa is elevated with fresh cilantro, a kick of jalapeño, and a tangy lime dressing infused with cumin. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a versatile crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or salads. Ideal for summer gatherings or meal prep, this colorful dip is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a celebration or looking for a healthy snack, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans
• 1.5 cups Corn (canned, frozen, or fresh)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 1 small Jalapeño
• 1 large Lime
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly under cold water. Set aside to let them dry slightly.

Step 2

If using frozen corn, cook it according to package instructions and let it cool completely. If using fresh corn, cook and cut the kernels off the cob. If using canned corn, drain it well.

Step 3

Dice the cherry tomatoes into small pieces, ensuring they are roughly uniform in size.

Step 4

Chop the red bell pepper into small cubes, similar to the size of the diced tomatoes.

Step 5

Finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Thinly slice the jalapeño, removing the seeds if you want less heat.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.

Step 7

Zest and juice the lime, adding both to the bowl for a burst of citrus flavor.

Step 8

Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and season with ground cumin, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 9

Gently toss everything together until well combined, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice or salt according to your preference.

Step 11

Cover the salsa and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1178.2 grams (1178.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	992

Total Fat 36.10g	46%
Saturated Fat 5.10g	26%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2554mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 147.70g	54%
Dietary Fiber 39.20g	140%
Total Sugars 34.40g
Protein 36.70g	73%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285mg	22%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1646mg	35%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 55.6%