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Homemade Black Bean and Corn Salsa

This homemade black bean and corn salsa is delicious for snacking, topping tacos, and more. Black bean salsa is a great way to add some extra protein to your favorite meals. If you haven’t tried corn salsa yet you are missing out! Corn salsa with black beans is filled with colorful vegetables and tastes amazing, a unique flavor and texture the whole family will love. 

This homemade black bean and corn salsa is delicious for snacking, topping tacos, and more. Black bean salsa is a great way to add some extra protein to your favorite meals. If you haven't tried corn salsa yet you are missing out! Corn salsa with black beans is filled with colorful vegetables and tastes amazing, a unique flavor and texture the whole family will love. 

We’ve been encouraging our kids to try spicier foods as they’ve gotten older. My girls, in particular, are sensitive and will say things are “too spicy” when there’s a little too much salt to their taste. With this Black Bean and Corn Salsa, they saw the jalapeño before it went in, and they ate it anyway. The lime mellowed it out, and I love the chunky texture.

If you have leftovers, it is great to mix in to some cooked brown rice. That gives you a fantastic gluten-free, vegetarian meal with complete protein thanks to the beans and rice combo.

This homemade black bean and corn salsa is delicious for snacking, topping tacos, and more. Black bean salsa is a great way to add some extra protein to your favorite meals. If you haven't tried corn salsa yet you are missing out! Corn salsa with black beans is filled with colorful vegetables and tastes amazing, a unique flavor and texture the whole family will love. 

What do I need to make this delicious corn salsa: 

  • 11 oz. can white corn, drained
  • 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, washed with stems removed, then chopped
  • 1-2 limes
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • salt, to taste

How to make black bean salsa at home: 

  1. Mix all the vegetables together, and add the cilantro.
  2. Juice 1-2 limes to make 2-3 Tbsp of lime juice, and add along with the garlic and salt (to taste).
  3. Stir together and if time allows, refrigerate to allow flavors to meld together.

Do I need to let this black bean and corn salsa chill? 

It’s best to let this chill before serving, so the flavors meld together. If you need to serve this in a hurry it will still taste good it just won’t be quite as complete. The good news is that once you make a batch you can store it in the refrigerator for a few days (if it lasts that long) so you can use it in other recipes or for snacking.

A batch of this delicious black bean salsa doesn’t last too long in our house. The kids love corn salsa for snacking and for topping tacos because it is crunchy, mild, and a little sweet thanks to the corn! 

Printable Black Bean and Corn Salsa Recipe: 

Yield: 6 Servings

Black Bean and Corn Salsa

This homemade black bean and corn salsa is delicious for snacking, topping tacos, and more. Black bean salsa is a great way to add some extra protein to your favorite meals. If you haven't tried corn salsa yet you are missing out! Corn salsa with black beans is filled with colorful vegetables and tastes amazing, a unique flavor and texture the whole family will love. 

This homemade black bean and corn salsa is delicious for snacking, topping tacos, and more. Black bean salsa is a great way to add some extra protein to your favorite meals. If you haven't tried corn salsa yet you are missing out! Corn salsa with black beans is filled with colorful vegetables and tastes amazing, a unique flavor and texture the whole family will love. 

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 11 oz. can white corn, drained
  • 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, washed with stems removed, then chopped
  • 2 limes
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Mix all the vegetables together, and add the cilantro.
  2. Juice 1-2 limes to make 2-3 Tbsp of lime juice, and add along with the garlic and salt (to taste).
  3. Stir together and if time allows, refrigerate to allow flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 132Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 372mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 7gSugar: 4gProtein: 7g

How to serve this delicious homemade salsa: 

We filled the “Scoops” tortilla chips with this colorful mixture, and they were almost too pretty to eat. Almost…

Another great option is to mix it into any sort of grain like quinoa, brown rice, or even pasta. We also like to enjoy this delicious salsa on top of tacos, burritos, and more. 

You can include homemade black bean and corn salsa on your salads for easy lunches as well! The black beans provide protein and you get a nice little kick of spice. Make a great low calorie alternative to salad dressing! 

Looking for more great salsa and side dish recipe? 

You can do so much with homemade salsa recipes. You can use them to top your favorite Taco Tuesday recipes, or you can mix them into rice, quinoa, or even pasta to get a unique dish that is ready in minutes!

Check out these amazing Taco Tuesday recipes, the perfect place to test out your new black bean and corn salsa recipe. 

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This homemade black bean and corn salsa is delicious for snacking, topping tacos, and more. Black bean salsa is a great way to add some extra protein to your favorite meals. If you haven't tried corn salsa yet you are missing out! Corn salsa with black beans is filled with colorful vegetables and tastes amazing, a unique flavor and texture the whole family will love. 

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This recipe is linked up to Tasty Tuesday at Balancing Beauty & Bedlam and Feasting in Fellowship Friday at Comfy in the Kitchen.

Make your own homemade salsa with black beans and corn, colorful and flavorful! Mix into brown rice for a gluten-free, vegetarian meal.

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