Heather's Cilantro, Black Bean, and Corn Salsa

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound (450g) fresh Roma tomatoes, diced
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup (140g) fresh or frozen corn kernels
• 1/2 cup (12g) chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup (25g) chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup (50ml) fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (5g) ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g) black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and stir well.
2. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 140 per serving (based on 8 servings)
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and vibrant
• Savory and tangy
• Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or topping for tacos

User Comments:

• "This salsa is so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of tomatoes, beans, and corn."
• "It's the perfect party dip. I always serve it with tortilla chips and everyone loves it!"
• "I made this for my family and they raved about it. It's definitely a new favorite."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have fresh tomatoes, you can use canned diced tomatoes.
• To save time, you can use canned corn instead of fresh.
• If you don't like cilantro, you can omit it or substitute with another herb, such as parsley.