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Corn Salsa

A vibrant and refreshing dish that combines corn, black beans, and bell pepper, perfect for summer gatherings and as a topping for various dishes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base ingredients
  • 2 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen) Use sweet and crisp corn for best flavor.
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 piece bell pepper, diced Select a firm bell pepper.
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped Use red or white onion.
Dressing ingredients
  • 1/4 cup lime juice Fresh lime juice is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Adds earthy flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For serving
  • 1 bag Tortilla chips For dipping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn, black beans, diced bell pepper, and finely chopped onion.
  2. In a smaller bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the corn mixture and toss gently to ensure even coating.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 340mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and let the salsa sit to enhance flavors. Consumes within a day of preparation for optimal freshness.

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