Recipe: Cosmic Zings π
Description:
These funky little corn cups are the life of the party! Perfect for any gathering, they’re bursting with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. I whipped up a batch for a recent community get-together, and let me tell you, they disappeared faster than you can say “Cosmic Zings”! Plus, they’re vegetarian and vegan-friendly, making them an ideal appetizer for everyone to enjoy.
Rating:
ββββ (4/5)
Total Time:
Prep: 15 minutes | Cook: 6 minutes | Total: 21 minutes
Yield:
30 corn cups
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 35.3
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 4.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 7.6g
- Fiber: 1.3g
- Sugar: 2.2g
- Protein: 1.1g
Ingredients:
- 10 6-inch corn tortillas
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 2 cups black beans, cooked and drained
- 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons brown rice syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat the oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). |
| 2 | Using a cookie or biscuit cutter, cut the tortillas into 2-inch circles. |
| 3 | Brush both sides of each circle with vegetable oil and press the circles into miniature muffin tins. |
| 4 | Bake the tortilla circles for six minutes or until they are crisp. |
| 5 | Let cool. |
| 6 | Peel the mangoes and dice them into 1/4-inch pieces. |
| 7 | In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, black beans, green onions, cilantro, lime juice, brown rice syrup (if using), salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir gently to combine. |
| 8 | Taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more lime juice, brown rice syrup, or salt if needed. |
| 9 | Spoon a heaping teaspoon of the mango salsa into each cooled corn cup. |
| 10 | Serve immediately and enjoy the cosmic explosion of flavors! |
Keywords:
Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Black Beans, Beans, Fruit, Southwestern U.S., Vegan, Kosher, Free Of…, Potluck, Spicy, < 30 Mins
Tips:
- To save time, you can prepare the mango salsa ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to assemble the corn cups.
- Get creative with the salsa ingredients! Try adding diced avocado, bell peppers, or pineapple for extra flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a milder salsa, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper or omit it altogether.
- These Cosmic Zings are best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Just be aware that the tortilla cups may lose their crispiness over time.
Enjoy your Cosmic Zings, and let the flavor journey begin! β¨π½π₯
