How to Make Charred Corn and Black Bean Salsa - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a fresh, flavorful, and healthy salsa to enjoy as a snack or as a topping for your favorite dishes? Look no further than this delicious Charred Corn and Black Bean Salsa recipe! Packed with vibrant colors and robust flavors, this salsa is a perfect way to add a little extra zest to your meals.

Charred Corn and Black Bean Salsa is a delightful medley of sweet charred corn, protein-rich black beans, zesty tomatoes, and a host of other fresh and flavorful ingredients. The com...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 large tomato, sliced
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and halved
  • 6 cloves garlic, halved
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ lime, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Place corn, sliced tomato, jalapeno pepper, garlic, and olive oil in a large bowl and toss to lightly coat. Spread oiled ingredients on a baking sheet.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until vegetables begin to char, about 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer charred ingredients to a food processor and add black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and lime juice; blend to desired consistency.
  • Nutrition

    103 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 647mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 31mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 304mg