Black Bean Salsa Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Resting Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
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Servings
1 cup
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Calories
371 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
South American, Brazilian
Black Bean Salsa Recipe
Description
This Black Bean Salsa Recipe incorporates black beans combined with minced garlic, diced red onion, dried oregano, and a touch of red pepper flakes for warmth. Olive oil and red wine vinegar provide tang and richness, while fresh minced cilantro adds a herbal lift. Allowing the mixture to rest in the refrigerator lets the flavors meld and deepen.
The salsa delivers a mix of creamy beans with bright acidity and subtle heat, making it suitable as a snack or accompaniment. Its texture balances the softness of beans with the crunch of onion and zest of vinegar. This no-cook salsa is easy to prepare and can be served with chips or used to brighten salads and sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 1 cup black beans Or canned black beans, vegan, leftover
- 1/4 tsp oregano dried
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp cilantro minced
- 2 tsp red wine vinegar if using canned beans, you may want to add a little more for extra flavor.
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1/4 red onion about a 1/4 cup, diced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes more if you like spicy!
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
If you're using canned beans, you may also add the following ingredients to increase flavor:
- cumin a little pinch
- vinegar a little more
- olive oil a little more
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a medium bowl, and stir gently to combine.
- Cover the bowl, and let it sit in your refrigerator for a least an hour developing flavors before serving.
- Serve with plantain chips, tortilla chips, bread or with a salad!
Bom Apetite!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 371 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cups | |
| Calories | 371kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 685mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 16g | 64% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 195IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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