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The Only Salsa Recipe Youll Ever Need! – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The Only Salsa Recipe You'll Ever Need!

A vibrant, chunky, and incredibly satisfying mix of hearty black beans, sweet corn, and creamy avocado, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. This salsa is packed with plant-based protein and fiber, making it the perfect healthy and delicious addition to any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 cup
Calories: 142
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups (500 mL) cooked or canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (250 mL) diced tomato
  • 1 cup (250 mL) corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped green onion
  • 2 tablespoons (30 mL / 1 fl oz) fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons (30 mL / 1 fl oz) chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL / 0.2 fl oz) ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 mL / 0 fl oz) salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 fresh jalapeño or serrano chili, finely minced (optional)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • for the Perfect Salsa
  • For the best flavor, let the salsa base (everything except the avocado) marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • You can prepare the salsa base up to a day in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator and just add the fresh avocado when you're ready to eat.
  • For extra crunch and color, add 1/2 cup (480 ml) of finely diced red bell pepper or red onion.

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the black beans, diced tomato, corn, green onion, lime juice, cilantro, ground cumin, salt, minced chili, and garlic.
  2. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
  3. Just before serving, gently fold in the diced avocado. Be careful not to mash it.
  4. Transfer to a serving bowl and enjoy immediately with tortilla chips, as a side dish, or a topping for tacos.
  5. Add the avocado just before serving to prevent it from browning and turning mushy.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 6gFat: 5g

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