Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Black Bean Salsa Recipe

2 servings
This black bean salsa recipe is quick and full of zesty flavor! Mix beans with fresh tomatoes, onion, lime and cilantro.

Ingredients

  • ripe tomatoes
    1 lb
  • red onion

    minced

    ½ c
  • cilantro

    finely chopped

    ¼ c
  • jalapeño pepper
    1
  • ounce can black beans

    or 1 1/2 cups cooked or instant pot black beans

    15
  • lime

    2 tablespoons juice

    1
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Dice the tomatoes. Mince the red onion. Finely chop the cilantro. Remove the ribs and seeds of the jalapeño pepper and finely chop it. Drain and rinse the black beans. Juice the lime.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, add tomato, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, black beans, lime juice, and kosher salt. Stir to combine, and add kosher salt to taste.

Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Black Bean Salsa Recipe

10 min2 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a vibrant, fresh side that comes together in a flash? This Black Bean Salsa recipe is your answer, delivering an explosion of zesty flavor that brightens any meal. It’s the perfect addition to a weeknight dinner or a sunny gathering.

What makes this Black Bean Salsa shine is its effortless elegance. With just 10 minutes of prep, you combine fresh, ripe tomatoes, crisp red onion, bright cilantro, and a kick of jalapeño with hearty black beans. The magic happens when fresh lime juice and a touch of kosher salt awaken all these ingredients, creating a balanced and addictive flavor profile that’s simply irresistible.

Expect a salsa that’s bursting with fresh, tangy, and subtly spicy notes. Each scoop offers a delightful texture contrast, from the soft, creamy black beans to the juicy tomatoes and the satisfying crunch of red onion. The cilantro and lime weave through every bite, providing that signature bright, zesty finish that makes this salsa so refreshing. It’s a beautifully simple dish where the quality of fresh ingredients truly takes center stage.

Customizing this salsa is easy to suit your palate. For more heat, you can include the seeds and membranes of the jalapeño pepper, or dial it back by removing them entirely. Feel free to use your favorite variety of ripe tomatoes for different flavor nuances. And if you prefer, swap out the canned black beans for your own home-cooked or Instant Pot black beans for an even fresher touch.

Serve this Black Bean Salsa as a bright companion to grilled chicken or fish, spoon it over tacos or burritos, or simply enjoy it with your favorite tortilla chips. Its vibrant colors and flavors make it a delightful addition to any casual meal or get-together.

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