Best 8 Baja Black Bean Corn Salsa Recipes

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**Baja Black Bean Corn Salsa: A Refreshing Fiesta of Flavors**

Escape to the vibrant shores of Baja California with our tantalizing Baja Black Bean Corn Salsa recipe. This delightful salsa is a symphony of fresh, zesty flavors, combining the earthy richness of black beans, the sweet crunch of corn, the tangy bite of tomatoes, and a medley of aromatic spices. Perfect for any occasion, this versatile salsa can be served as a vibrant dip for tortilla chips, a refreshing topping for tacos and burritos, or as a zesty accompaniment to grilled meats and fish. Dive into the vibrant flavors of Baja with this irresistible salsa, and let the fiesta begin!

**Additional Recipe Ideas:**

1. **Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas:** Elevate your snack game with these delectable quesadillas. Simply layer the salsa, shredded cheese, and your favorite fillings between two tortillas and grill until golden and crispy.

2. **Black Bean and Corn Salad:** Transform the salsa into a refreshing salad by adding a mix of chopped greens, crumbled feta cheese, and a drizzle of lime dressing.

3. **Black Bean and Corn Soup:** Warm up with a comforting bowl of soup. Simmer the salsa with vegetable broth, diced vegetables, and a touch of chili powder for a hearty and flavorful meal.

4. **Black Bean and Corn Tacos:** Spice up your taco night with this tantalizing filling. Spoon the salsa into crispy taco shells, top with shredded lettuce, diced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream for a fiesta in every bite.

5. **Black Bean and Corn Enchiladas:** Indulge in the cheesy goodness of enchiladas. Spread the salsa over tortillas, sprinkle with cheese, and roll them up. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and savor this delightful dish.

With these diverse recipe options, the Baja Black Bean Corn Salsa becomes a culinary chameleon, adapting to your cravings and creating a burst of flavor in every dish. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary adventure inspired by the vibrant spirit of Baja California.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALSA



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The perfect dip for salsa, chips, tacos, and more.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 30m

Yield Serves 12 (serving size: about 2/3 cup)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 fresh corn kernels (from 5 ears)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cup chopped red bell pepper (from 1 medium pepper)
2 (15-oz.) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped plum tomatoes (about 2 medium tomatoes [5 oz. total])
1 cup chopped red onion (from 1 small [5 oz.] onion)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (from 1 bunch cilantro)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeño chile, not seeded (1 small chile)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat a medium cast-iron skillet over medium-high until hot. Add corn and oil; cook, stirring occasionally, until corn is browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add cumin; cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in bell pepper until combined. Transfer mixture to a large bowl.
  • Add beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and salt to corn mixture; toss gently to combine. Let stand 10 minutes. Serve.

CORN 'N' BLACK BEAN SALSA



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I'm a high school football coach who also likes to cook and garden. This black bean and corn salsa is a hit with my wife and our four kids, and when we entertain friends and fellow coaches. -Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 11 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
8 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium red onion, chopped
3/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a very large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 118mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAJA BLACK BEANS, CORN AND RICE



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A south of the border blend of textures and flavors. serve hot as a main dish or a side dish with grilled meat or chicken.

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups cooked brown rice
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
4 fresh tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 dashes hot sauce

Steps:

  • Cook brown rice.
  • In a medium bowl, combine black beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeno, lime juice, oil, salt, pepper and hot sauce.
  • To serve, Place a scoop of hot rice in a bowl or on a plate, top with a generous scoop of the black bean mixture.
  • Stir together before eating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.4, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 203, Carbohydrate 78, Fiber 11, Sugar 6.1, Protein 12.4

CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALSA



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You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn to make this easy corn and black bean salsa. It's a perfect year-round dip or side for tacos, nachos, and more!

Categories     Cinco de Mayo     Summer     Super Bowl     tailgate     appetizers     snack

Time 15m

Yield 10-12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tbsp. olive oil, divided
3 c. fresh or thawed frozen yellow corn kernels
1 tsp. salt, divided
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
2 15.25-ounce cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
1 c. chopped fresh or drained canned tomatoes
1/2 c. chopped red onion
1 jalapeño, chopped
3 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1 garlic clove, grated or minced
1/4 c. chopped cilantro leaves
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the corn and cook 3 minutes until it's slightly golden. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and cumin and cook 1 more minute. Transfer the corn to a plate and let cool completely.
  • Combine the black beans, tomato, red onion, jalapeño, and garlic in a large bowl. Gently stir in the lime juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Once the corn has cooled, add it to the bean mixture, along with the cilantro; gently fold to combine. Serve with tortilla chips.

COPYCAT PANERA BREAD BAJA BOWL RECIPE



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We all succumb to a Panera Bread craving at one point or another. But wouldn't it be nice to easily recreate one of the chain's most popular entrees at home?

Provided by Kristen Carli,Mashed Staff

Categories     main course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 chicken breasts
1½ cups (12.25-ounce bottle) lemon pepper marinade
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
1 cup brown rice, cooked
½ cup red quinoa, cooked
1 cup (8-ounce container) grape tomatoes, halved
¼ cup salsa verde
¼ cup feta crumbles
1 avocado, diced
¼ cup unsweetened plain Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • In a large Ziploc bag, add chicken breasts and marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  • In the meantime, in a medium bowl, add black beans and corn. Stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. On a small foil-wrapped baking sheet, add marinated chicken. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes until chicken is cooked to a minimum temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove chicken from oven and slice.
  • Assemble servings by placing ¼ cup of brown rice, 2 tablespoons of red quinoa, and ¼ cup of black bean and corn salsa in a large bowl. Top with about 5 slices of chicken, 1 tablespoon of tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of salsa verde, 1 tablespoon of feta, 1 tablespoon of avocado, and 1 tablespoon of Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 834 calories, Carbohydrate 114 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 94 mg cholesterol, Fat 28 g fat, Fiber 38 g fiber, Protein 52 g protein, SaturatedFat 8 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 636 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

BAJA BLACK BEAN & CORN SALSA



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Make and share this Baja Black Bean & Corn Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lali8752

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 3 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium fresh ears of corn, roasted or steamed,then cooled
1 cup black beans, cooked and drained
1/4 cup finely minced red onion
1/4 cup finely minced red bell pepper
3 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 teaspoons finely minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1 red jalapeno chile, seeded and finely minced,or to taste
1 clove garlic, peeled and finely minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt

Steps:

  • Cut corn kernels from the cob with a sharp knife.
  • Stir together kernels and remaining ingredients except salt in a mixing bowl.
  • Taste and add salt, as needed.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

BLACK BEAN AND CORN SALSA



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This is an easy bean salsa. It is very simple and at times I make little changes to reflect my mood, but otherwise, it's simple and delicious. Serve as a dip, or over fish or chicken.

Provided by Erinn Danna

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
¼ red onion, finely chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen corn, thawed
⅔ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the black beans, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, corn, olive oil, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, apple cider vinegar, salt, cumin, cilantro, garlic, and hot sauce together in a non-reactive container. Chill in refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 149.9 mg, Sugar 2 g

HEATHER'S CILANTRO, BLACK BEAN, AND CORN SALSA



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This is a fun summer recipe that can be served on its own, or with tortilla chips. It is also beautiful, so make sure you have a clear bowl to put it in.

Provided by hvoeltner

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes     Corn Salsa Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 72

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (15 ounce) can yellow corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can white corn, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
1 bunch finely chopped cilantro
5 green onions, finely sliced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup lime juice
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir the yellow and white corn, black beans, tomatoes, cilantro, green onion, red onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a large bowl. Gently mix in the lime juice and avocado. Drizzle with olive oil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 84.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe ingredients.
  • If you don't have any fresh cilantro, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of dried cilantro.
  • If you like your salsa spicy, add a jalapeño pepper or two.
  • If you want a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeño pepper before adding it to the salsa.
  • Serve the salsa immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This Baja Black Bean Corn Salsa is a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a casual get-together. With its fresh, vibrant flavors, this salsa is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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