Black Bean Tomato Salsa

Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, this Black Bean Tomato Salsa is the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer or versatile topping for your favorite dishes. Made with protein-packed black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty lime, and a hint of heat from jalapeño, this salsa strikes the perfect balance between tangy, savory, and spicy. Fresh cilantro and ground cumin lend a bold, aromatic touch, while a drizzle of olive oil ties everything together. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan option ideal for parties, potlucks, or casual snacking. Serve it with crispy tortilla chips or use it to elevate tacos, grilled proteins, or grain bowls. Perfectly fresh and utterly addictive!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) Black beans
• 1.5 cups (halved or quartered) Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cups (finely diced) Red onion
• 0.25 cups (chopped) Cilantro
• 1 (seeded and finely chopped) Jalapeño pepper
• 1 (zested and juiced) Lime
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly and add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes depending on their size, then add them to the bowl with the black beans.

Step 3

Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Chop the cilantro and jalapeño, then stir them into the mix. (If you prefer a milder salsa, omit the seeds from the jalapeño or reduce the amount used.)

Step 5

Zest the lime and squeeze the juice over the mixture, ensuring even distribution.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the salt and ground cumin, then drizzle the olive oil over the salsa.

Step 7

Toss all ingredients gently to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated in the seasonings and lime juice.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your preferences.

Step 9

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	479.6 grams (479.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	304

Total Fat 15.80g	20%
Saturated Fat 2.30g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1509mg	66%
Total Carbohydrate 36.80g	13%
Dietary Fiber 11.20g	40%
Total Sugars 11.30g
Protein 8.90g	18%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122mg	9%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 762mg	16%

*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: 43.8%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 45.3%