Black Bean & Corn Salsa Recipe
A vibrant and zesty Black Bean & Corn Salsa combining fire-roasted tomatoes, fresh bell pepper, and cilantro with the bright flavors of lime and cumin. Perfect as a refreshing dip or a flavorful topping for your favorite proteins.
- Author: Kai
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 cups (serves 6-8 as a dip) 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Salsa Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can yellow corn, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons Italian dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the black beans, corn, fire roasted diced tomatoes, diced bell pepper, chopped cilantro, Italian dressing, lime juice, and ground cumin. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and black pepper according to your preference. Mix well to incorporate the seasonings into the salsa.
- Chill (Optional): For best flavor, cover the bowl and place the salsa in the refrigerator to chill for 15 to 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld nicely.
- Serve: Enjoy this salsa as a dip with tortilla chips or use it as a fresh topping over grilled or cooked proteins such as chicken or fish.
Notes
- For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Fresh lime juice is preferred for the best flavor impact.
- The salsa can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust Italian dressing quantity to customize the salsa’s tanginess.
- Use fresh corn if preferred, just lightly cooked or grilled.
Keywords: black bean salsa, corn salsa, no cook salsa, healthy dip, Mexican side dish