Three Sister Salsa

Celebrate the harvest with vibrant, nutrient-packed "Three Sister Salsa," a colorful tribute to the Native American tradition of growing corn, beans, and squash together. This irresistible recipe combines sweet corn kernels, hearty black beans, and roasted butternut squash, providing a perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness. Fresh roma tomatoes, crunchy red bell pepper, and zesty red onion add bursts of freshness, while jalapeño brings a subtle kick of heat. Brightened with fragrant cilantro, tangy lime juice, and a hint of cumin, this salsa is a versatile powerhouse—perfect as a dip, taco topper, or side dish. Ready in under an hour and brimming with smoky, roasted goodness, it's the ultimate farm-to-table recipe for your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 1 cup black beans (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup butternut squash (peeled, diced, and roasted)
• 2 whole roma tomatoes (diced)
• 1 whole red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 whole red onion (finely diced)
• 1 whole jalapeño (seeded and finely diced)
• 0.25 cup cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the diced butternut squash on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil, and roast for 15-20 minutes or until tender and slightly caramelized. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn, black beans, diced roma tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño.

Step 3

Add the roasted butternut squash to the bowl once it has cooled slightly.

Step 4

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the mixture, then add the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 6

Allow the salsa to sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1274.7 grams (1274.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	748

Total Fat 19.80g	25%
Saturated Fat 2.60g	13%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1699mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 133.70g	49%
Dietary Fiber 36.90g	132%
Total Sugars 35.30g
Protein 28.90g	58%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283mg	22%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 3014mg	64%

*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: 21.5%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 64.5%