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Fresh Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa Recipe Easy Perfect with Crispy Tortilla Chips

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A vibrant and smoky salsa combining grilled corn, black beans, fresh veggies, and zesty lime, perfect for summer snacking or gatherings with crispy tortilla chips.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
  • ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • About 4 cups tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
  2. Grill the husked ears of corn directly on the grill, turning every 2-3 minutes for 10-12 minutes until kernels are slightly blackened but not burnt. Let cool.
  3. Cut the kernels off the cob by standing each ear upright on a cutting board and slicing down carefully.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine grilled corn kernels, rinsed black beans, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), and chopped cilantro.
  5. Drizzle olive oil and fresh lime juice over the mixture. Sprinkle ground cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Toss gently until well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. If making homemade chips, cut corn tortillas into triangles, brush lightly with olive oil, sprinkle salt, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until crisp and golden.
  8. Serve the salsa immediately in a bowl surrounded by crispy tortilla chips.

Notes

Do not over-char the corn to avoid bitterness. Rinse canned black beans well to remove excess sodium and canned taste. Chop ingredients uniformly for balanced texture. Adjust jalapeño heat to preference. Serve chips fresh for best crunch. Salsa flavors meld beautifully if rested 15-20 minutes before serving. Homemade chips taste better and hold up well to chunky salsa.

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Keywords: grilled corn salsa, black bean salsa, summer dip, tortilla chips, easy salsa recipe, healthy snack, gluten-free, vegetarian

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