Sunday, September 14, 2008

Corn and Black Bean Salsa


I've made this recipe several times this summer and it is always a big hit. It really is a salad recipe, but my family loves to eat it with chips. It is one of Bob Greene's Best Life recipes and not only is it a very healthy recipe, but it is "a great salad to make ahead for your next gathering--and it's so pretty to serve!"

This is my entry in Aggie's Food and Football blogging event. This would be great football food. It is so fresh and yummy people don't even realize they're eating healthy.




INGREDIENTS
1 3/4 cups frozen sweet corn (from 16-ounce bag)
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 cup black beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea salt)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped

DIRECTIONS

Cook corn as directed on bag. Rinse with cold water; drain.

Stir together corn and remaining ingredients except avocado. Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Stir in avocado just before serving.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

8 Serving – Per serving: Calories: 125, Protein: 3g, Carbohydrate: 17g, Dietary Fiber: 7g, Total Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Calcium: 34mg, Sodium: 429mg

7 comments:

HoneyB on September 14, 2008 1:09 PM said...

I love salads like this and I agree, it is great with chips!

Maria on September 15, 2008 11:30 AM said...

I want a bag of chips now! Your salsa looks terrific!

~Priscilla~ on September 16, 2008 7:53 AM said...

salsa looks great! i'll try this when i need an appetizer!

Sara on September 16, 2008 10:20 AM said...

Your salsa looks amazing. I want a bite right now! We have an award for you at www.mysisterscucina.blogspot.com . We are loving your blog. Thanks for sharing your talent!

Natural Care on September 19, 2008 1:53 AM said...

Feeling very gluttonous to see this flavorsome healthy salad.

Deborah on September 22, 2008 3:16 PM said...

Yum!! I think I could finish a whole bowl of this myself!

Lorraine E on October 25, 2008 3:42 PM said...

Thanks for the recipe Barbara, I don't eat a lot of regular salsa (I find it a bit too acidic) but I think this combination is perfect for me!

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