Peppery Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Spice up your next gathering with this vibrant Peppery Black Bean Salsa! A tempting mix of zesty lime, fiery jalapeño, and sweet corn, this salsa is bursting with flavor and color. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, crackers, or melba toasts. Easy to make and even better chilled!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 103.2 kcal
Protein 11g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Peppery Black Bean Salsa

  • 1-2 jalapeños, seeded and minced
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or fresh
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • Chopped Tomato
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Garlic
  • Salt, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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How to Make Peppery Black Bean Salsa

  1. Finely dice the red onion (1/2 cup), jalapeño (1-2, seeded and minced - adjust to your spice preference), and red bell pepper (1/2 cup, diced).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the diced red onion, jalapeño, and red bell pepper.
  3. Add the black beans (1 (15-ounce) can, rinsed and drained), corn (1 cup, frozen or fresh), cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped), lime juice (3 tablespoons), olive oil (2 tablespoons), and cumin (1 teaspoon).
  4. Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled with your favorite tortilla chips, crackers, or melba toasts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Peppery Black Bean Salsa?

Peppery Black Bean Salsa takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Peppery Black Bean Salsa?

Peppery Black Bean Salsa has approximately 103.2 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Peppery Black Bean Salsa?

The key ingredients for Peppery Black Bean Salsa are Jalapeno Peppers, Black Beans, Fresh Corn, Sweet Red Pepper, Chopped Tomato, Red Onion. See the full list with measurements above.

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