Black Bean Salsa
Description:
My wife and I stumbled upon this delightful recipe a couple of years back, and it has since become a staple in our kitchen. Not only is it incredibly tasty, but it’s also quite healthy, making it a win-win for any occasion!
Recipe Category: Sauces
Keywords: Beans, Southwestern U.S., < 30 Mins, Refrigerator
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 can | Black beans |
| 2-4 tbsp | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 1/3 cup | Fresh lime juice |
| 3 tbsp | Fresh cilantro leaves |
| 1 clove | Fresh garlic |
| 2 tsp | Ground cumin |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Freshly ground black pepper |
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 | Green bell pepper |
| 1/2 | Red onion |
| 1/2 | Green onions |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 199.5
- Fat Content: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 625.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 27g
- Fiber Content: 8.9g
- Sugar Content: 2.8g
- Protein Content: 8.4g
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups, about
Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro leaves, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
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Add the diced red and green bell peppers, finely chopped red onion, and thinly sliced green onions to the bowl, tossing well to coat the vegetables in the dressing.
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Gently fold in the drained and rinsed black beans until evenly distributed throughout the salsa.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salsa for several hours or preferably overnight, allowing the flavors to meld together and develop. Mix occasionally for best results.
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Before serving, taste the salsa and adjust the seasonings as necessary. You can add extra salt and black pepper according to your preference, although be cautious not to overdo it if you’re sensitive to salt.
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For those who prefer a less liquidy salsa, you can opt to drain it slightly before serving, although I must say, a little extra moisture never hurt anyone!
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This recipe is incredibly versatile and can easily be doubled or tripled to suit your needs. It also keeps well in the refrigerator for several days, so feel free to make a big batch ahead of time for easy snacking and meal prep.
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In fact, the flavors of this salsa tend to develop and intensify the longer it sits, so making it in advance is actually encouraged if you can resist the temptation to devour it all immediately!
Whether you’re serving it as a topping for tacos, a dip for tortilla chips, or simply enjoying it by the spoonful, this black bean salsa is sure to become a favorite in your household too. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and get ready to savor the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with every bite! 🌶️🥑🍅
