Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) sweet corn, drained (or 1 ½ cups fresh corn kernels)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional for heat)
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1 teaspoon (5 g) cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Drain and rinse black beans. Drain sweet corn. Dice red bell pepper and finely chop red onion. Seed and mince jalapeño (if using). Chop fresh cilantro and juice the limes.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine black beans, sweet corn, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño.
  3. Stir in chopped cilantro, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Gently mix all ingredients until well combined; taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. For best flavor, let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.