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Mama's Black Bean Corn Salsa

A fresh and flavorful salsa made with black beans, corn, and roasted red bell pepper
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels thawed
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1 jalape ño pepper seeded and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
  2. Roast the red bell pepper in the oven for 30-40 minutes, until the skin is blistered and charred
  3. Peel the roasted red bell pepper, discarding the skin, and chop it into small pieces
  4. Drain and rinse the black beans
  5. Dice the onion and mince the garlic
  6. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic in a pan over medium heat, until the onion is translucent
  7. Add the black beans, roasted red bell pepper, and corn to the pan, stirring to combine
  8. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the flavors are well combined
  9. Season with salt and pepper to taste
  10. Chill the salsa in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, until cold and refreshing
  11. Serve the Mama's Black Bean Corn Salsa chilled, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired