Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
• 1 red onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh jalapeño pepper (optional)
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1/2 cup Calories: 100 Fat: 1g Sodium: 200mg Carbohydrates: 18g Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory
• Tangy
• Refreshing
• Customizable
• Healthy

User Comments:

• "This salsa is delicious! It has the perfect balance of flavors and is so refreshing."
• "I love that I can customize the salsa to my own taste by adding or removing ingredients."
• "The black beans and corn add a nice sweetness and texture to the salsa."
• "This salsa is perfect for dipping chips, tacos, or burritos."
• "I highly recommend this salsa to anyone looking for a flavorful and healthy appetizer."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• To make the salsa spicier, add more jalapeño pepper.
• The salsa can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• If the salsa is too thick, add a little bit of water to thin it out.
• Serve the salsa with your favorite chips, tacos, or burritos.