3 Bean Corn Salsa

3 Bean Corn Salsa

from veggieinspired.com
15 min
8 servings

The perfect potluck dish for BBQs or parties. This 3 Bean Corn Salsa is hearty, healthy and full of flavor. It's just as good as a salad as it is a dip with chips.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked corn (fresh, frozen, grilled - your choice)
  • 1/2 red onion (diced)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
  • 1 sweet red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper (ribs and seeds removed, diced)
  • 1-2 clove(s) garlic (minced)
  • 8 ounces grape tomatoes (halved or quartered)
  • 1 avocado (diced)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 3-4 tablespoons)

Directions

  1. 1

    Place all the beans, corn, onion, spices, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss well to combine.

  2. 2

    Add the bell pepper, jalapeño pepper, minced garlic, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro. Squeeze in the lime juice. Stir well to combine.

  3. 3

    Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add a pinch more salt or another squeeze of lime juice.

  4. 4

    Eat immediately or cover the bowl and set it in the fridge to let the flavors meld for about 20 to 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Serve with tortilla chips.