Salsa corn is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. Traditionally, it's made with corn, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chili peppers. However, there are many variations on the classic recipe, so you can easily customize it to your liking. This article features three delicious salsa corn recipes, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for a traditional salsa corn, made with fresh corn, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and chili peppers. The second recipe is for a roasted salsa corn, which has a smoky and slightly caramelized flavor. The third recipe is for a black bean and corn salsa, which is a hearty and protein-packed dish. All three recipes are easy to make and can be ready in under 30 minutes. So, whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a festive dish to serve at your next party, salsa corn is a great option.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
CORN 'N' BLACK BEAN SALSA
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
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
BLACK BEAN, AVOCADO, AND CORN SALSA
This is one of my most requested recipes. People who don't like avocado, red onion, or spicy food love this corn salsa.
Provided by steamsoldier
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Corn Salsa Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix black beans, corn, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, oil, hot sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl. Lightly toss in avocado immediately before serving to ensure it does not turn brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
TOMATO, CORN AND AVOCADO SALSA
This salsa is quick and easy to make. It's colorful and most important, it's delicious! Whenever I take it to a party, I bring the recipe along because I'm always asked for it. Serve with tortilla chips; colored ones are fun!
Provided by julie
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Corn Salsa Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix together corn, olives, tomatoes, onion, red pepper, and jalapeno pepper in a large bowl. Gently fold in diced avocado, olive oil, lime juice, and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 266.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
SLOW ROASTED PORK WITH COCONUT CURRY SAUCE, CORN TORTILLAS, FRESH TOMATO SALSA OVER BASMATI RICE
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 11h45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- For the pork: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rub the spices into the pork and roast for about 8 hours. Let cool. Pull apart and discard any fat. Put the pork pieces in a large pot and add the coconut milk.
- Meanwhile, for the curry sauce: Saute the curry paste, ginger, garlic, and black beans in sesame oil until fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add this mixture to the pot with the pork and coconut milk. Add the lime leaves. Braise on low heat for 1 to 2 hours.
- For the rice: Blend the cilantro, jalapeno, garlic, and 1 cup of water. Put this mixture in a pot on the stove. Add the basmati rice. Add 2 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil, and then simmer, covered, until the rice absorbs the liquid, 20 to 25 minutes. When done, add the butter and salt and pepper, to taste.
- For the salsa: Roast the jalapeno and poblano peppers, peel, and remove the seeds. Toast the cumin seeds and then grind. Dice the tomatoes and red onion and mix together in a bowl with the other salsa ingredients.
- Heat the corn tortillas on a griddle. Plate the rice, put the pork with sauce on top, and finish with salsa and tortillas.
DRY-RUBBED FLANK STEAK WITH GRILLED CORN SALSA
Provided by Brian Luscher
Categories Kid-Friendly Steak Corn Healthy Cumin Paprika Bon Appétit Dallas Texas Small Plates
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Dry rub:
- Combine brown sugar, chile powder, paprika, salt, pepper, cayenne, granulated garlic, mustard powder, coriander, and cumin in a small bowl.
- Steak and salsa:
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Grill corn, turning occasionally, until lightly browned all over, 8-10 minutes; let cool. Cut kernels from cobs and place in a medium bowl. Add onion, jalapeño, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice to corn and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Set salsa aside.
- Meanwhile, coat steak with all of dry rub, packing on more than once if needed, and drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil to help rub adhere. Grill steak, turning occasionally and moving to a cooler spot on grill as needed to control flare-ups, until nicely browned and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 130°F, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes.
- Return steak to grill just to recrisp exterior, about 1 minute per side. Transfer back to cutting board and slice against the grain. Serve topped with salsa.
- Do Ahead
- Salsa can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
MANGO, CORN, AND BLACK BEAN SALSA
My neighbor introduced me to this cool dish that can stand alone as an easy side dish or tastes great with chicken made up as fajitas. This is a recipe that can be altered to use up other fruits you have on hand. I have used a mix of mangoes and peaches to make this, and it would probably taste great with pineapple or other tart fruits, but if you like mangoes as much as I do, you will want to let that flavor dominate. Optional to chill before serving.
Provided by GMW
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Mango Salsa Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix mangoes, sweet corn, and black beans in a large bowl; add lime juice and stir. Sprinkle cilantro over the mango mixture; toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 484.8 mg, Sugar 25.1 g
FIRE-ROASTED CORN SALSA
Fire-roasted corn and jalapenos come together with cilantro, tomatoes, and lime for a perfect summertime salsa. Serve with tortilla chips.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Tomato Salsa Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and cumin in a large bowl.
- Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Coat corn and jalapeno peppers with olive oil.
- Place corn and jalapenos on the preheated grill and cook, turning every 3 minutes, until corn is charred, about 15 minutes total. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool 5 minutes.
- Dice jalapenos and cut corn kernels from the cob. Add jalapenos and corn kernels to the bowl of tomato-onion mixture; stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 39.1 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
CORN AND AVOCADO SALSA
Lime juice combined with avocados and corn make this yummy salsa go well with plain tortilla chips or with grilled chicken. Make just before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Provided by CARI
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Corn Salsa Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the corn in a large pot with enough water to cover, and bring to a boil. Cook until kernels are tender but crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain, and cool in cold water. Use a knife to scrape kernels from the cobs.
- Place kernels in a medium bowl. Stir in avocados, red onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Add cumin, red pepper flakes, and cilantro. Mix in vinegar, olive oil, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 10.2 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 65.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
SPICY, CREAMY CORN SALSA
An easy, quick and delicious recipe that you can make with items you more than likely have. This corn salsa is so versatile that it can be served as a dip or as a cold side dish.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Tomato Salsa Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir sour cream and mayonnaise until well combined. Set aside.
- Combine corn, diced tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, salt, pepper, and cumin in a large bowl. Stir in sour cream mixture. Fold in Cheddar cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 603.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
CHILI, CORN, AND BLACK BEAN SALSA
Very simple and healthy chili and corn salsa, perfect for a topping or dipping chips.
Provided by John Theis
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, onion, and garlic together in a large bowl. Squeeze the juice of one fresh lime in the bowl. Add olive oil, chili sauce, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Give it a good mix and enjoy right away or refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
WONDERFUL SALSA WITH BLACK BEANS AND CORN
I love Chic chi's Fiesta Style Salsa and was looking for a recipe on here that was similar and I couldn't find one. I canned Wonderful Salsa, recipe #9272 last year and LOVED it, so I created my own "Fiesta" Salsa. I would like to thank Jazze22 for sharing her Wonderful Salsa recipe. I will post the recipe as I made it, I did make a couple changes from the original recipe. I hope if you try it, that you like it as much as I do. To cut the heat remove the veins and seeds. Also, wear gloves when handling the peppers.
Provided by Doing it Right
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h15m
Yield 7 pints, 7 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix all together and bring to a slow boil for 10 minutes.
- Seal in sterilized jars and cook in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
QUICK AND EASY CORN SALSA
Colorful corn salsa is sure to be a hit with family and friends. It's an easy accompaniment to an outdoor cookout and adds a kick of flavor to whatever's on the grill.-Shirley A. Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 5 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, mustard, salt, pepper sauce, pepper and cayenne. Stir in cilantro. Drizzle over corn mixture and toss to coat., Chill until serving. Serve with your favorite snack chips or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHIPOTLE CORN SALSA
Chipotle corn salsa.
Provided by Yary Quinn
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Corn Salsa Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix corn, onion, cilantro, lime juice, chipotle pepper, and salt together in a bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.9 g, Fat 1.4 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 825 mg, Sugar 5 g
OVEN-ROASTED CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALSA
This is a great oven-roasted salsa recipe that utilizes fresh tomatoes and sweet corn. Great for that end-of-the- summer overabundance of tomatoes! My family is a big fan of salsa so this recipe makes a large batch.
Provided by Stephanie Ferguson
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Tomato Salsa Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Slice corn off of cobs and toss with olive oil. Spread across a rimmed baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven, checking frequently, for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, black beans, onion, jalapeno peppers, cilantro, lime juice, and garlic in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
- Remove corn from the oven and stir into salsa. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 211.8 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
COUSCOUS FRITTERS WITH FRESH CORN AND TOMATO SALSA
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, corn, half of the cilantro, the onion, lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon of the cumin, the ketchup, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare the fritters: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the broth, chili powder, butter, and remaining salt. Bring to a boil. Add the couscous in a stream. Stir once. Cover and remove from the heat. Set aside until the couscous is tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and combine with the egg.
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F. In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1/2 inch. Heat until a pinch of couscous sizzles instantly. Place the couscous mixture, in 1/3 cup increments, into the skillet. With a spatula, flatten into croquettes 3 to 3 1/2 inches in diameter. Fry until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate with paper towels to drain. Keep warm in the oven.
- In another medium skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a fork, until thoroughly cooked, 6 to 8 minutes. With the spatula, transfer the meat to plate lined with paper towels to drain. Set aside.
- Spoon some of the salsa onto 4 individual dinner plates. Set a fritter in the center of each plate. Top with equal portions of sausage and additional salsa. Garnish with the remaining cilantro leaves and serve.
BLACK BEAN AVOCADO SALSA WITH CORN
Steps:
- Preheat the grill over medium-high heat.
- Rub the shucked corn with olive oil and place onto the grill and cook until nicely charred on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Allow to cool slightly prior to removing the kernels and transferring to a large bowl.
- Add the cherry tomatoes, avocados, black beans and onions to the grilled corn kernels.
- Mix together the 2 tablespoons olive oil, agave, cumin, garlic, lime juice, serrano, cayenne, and salt and black pepper to taste in a separate bowl. Whisk together, as you would to make a vinaigrette, and pour over the corn mixture. Mix together gently so everything is coated well, and then fold in the cilantro and scallions.
GRILLED CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALSA
Steps:
- Salsa Preparation: Preheat a grill pan. Brush corn with 1 tablespoon of oil and season with salt. Place on grill and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Remove from grill and using a VIVA® paper towel, hold the ear of corn upright in a bowl and cut the kernels from the cob. Add remaining ingredients to the bowl and stir to combine. Serve with tortilla chips. Margarita Preparation: Pour lime juice, tequila, triple sec, pomegranate juice and simple syrup into a small ice-filled pitcher. Stir well. Pour into ice filled glasses and garnish with a lime wedge. Habanero Syrup Preparation: Place sugar and water in a small saucepan and stir to combine. Poke holes in the habanero and add to the mixture. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar is completely dissolved and syrup is slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- To make the portable coasters: Cut 3 inches off one non-perforated side of a VIVA® towel; Fold perforated sides towards center of VIVA® towel, creating creases 2 inches from each edge; With VIVA® towel flap-side up, set margarita glass on top, in the center; Bring folded sides of VIVA® towel toward stem of glass to cover the base of the glass. (There will be a thin strip of the base that remains uncovered.); Secure flaps around base with two 1 1/2-inch-pieces of clear tape (optional); To finish, fold remaining flaps under base of glass, and secure with clear tape or sticker.
GRILLED TUNA STEAKS WITH ROASTED CORN AND TOMATO SALSA
Steps:
- First make the salsa. Preheat the broiler. While it is heating, prepare the corn. Holding each ear upright, cut off the kernels with a sharp knife. Heat a large heavy-based skillet or frying pan without any fat over high heat until almost smoking. Add the kernels and dry-roast until tender, smoky and dark, tossing continuously as they tend to stick, 4 to 5 minutes. Cook the peppers under the broiler, turning them until the skin chars and bursts, 7 to 10 minutes. Put them in a plastic bag and leave to sweat and cool so the skins loosen. Peel the peppers, discarding cores and seeds. Dice the flesh.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large frying pan. Add the onion and saute until soft but not brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Take the pan from the heat and stir in the roasted corn, chopped tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, diced peppers, vinegar and remaining oil. Heat, stirring, until hot. Take from the heat and keep warm.
- Rinse fish steaks and pat dry with paper towels. Brush with half the oil, season with salt and pepper and set on oiled grill pan or grill. Broil 3 to 4 minutes. Turn steaks over, brush with the remaining oil and grill until done to taste, 2 to 3 minutes longer.
- Meanwhile, stir the cilantro and lime juice into the salsa, taste and adjust seasoning. Make a bed of salsa on 4 warmed plates and place a tuna steak on top of each. Serve at once.
ROASTED TOMATO AND CORN SALSA
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories condiment
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- Add the tomatoes, corn, poblano, onions and garlic cloves to the prepared baking sheet. Toss with the canola oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 15 minutes. Remove the garlic, flip the poblano and corn over and continue roasting for another 15 minutes, until charred and the tomatoes have softened and begun to split. Let cool for at least 20 minutes.
- Peel the garlic. Remove the skin and stem from the poblano (remove the seeds, too, for a milder salsa).
- Add the roasted tomatoes, poblano, onions and garlic to a food processor, along with the cilantro, jalapeno, coriander, cumin, 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Process until the mixture is evenly combined but still has some texture (similar to crushed canned tomatoes). Remove to a bowl.
- Cut the corn kernels from the cobs and stir into the salsa. Adjust the seasoning with salt and lime juice.
- Serve at room temperature, or refrigerate until ready to serve (see Cook's Note). Garnish with cilantro leaves and serve with tortilla chips.
BEST EVER CILANTRO CORN SALSA
This is a recipe I have been making for years. It is the number one dish people ask me to bring to parties. It is great with tortilla chips or on top of grilled chicken or steak. It also makes a wonderful filling for vegetarian tacos.
Provided by Lisa Avery Croff
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Salsa Recipes Corn Salsa Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Cook corn on the preheated grill until the kernels are lightly charred but still firm, 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning often. Cut kernels off the cobs, transfer to a large salad bowl, and let cool.
- Mix in tomatoes, avocados, cilantro, white onion, garlic, olive oil, and red wine vinegar; season with kosher salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17 g, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 82 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Choose the right corn: Fresh corn on the cob is the best choice for this recipe, but you can also use frozen or canned corn. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before using. If using canned corn, drain and rinse it well.
- Roast the corn: Roasting the corn adds a delicious smoky flavor to the salsa. You can roast the corn in the oven, on the grill, or in a skillet. If roasting in the oven, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and roast the corn for 20-25 minutes, or until it is slightly charred. If roasting on the grill, preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grill the corn for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. If roasting in a skillet, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the corn, stirring frequently, for 10-12 minutes, or until it is slightly charred.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salsa will taste. Use ripe tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeños. If you don't have fresh cilantro, you can use dried cilantro, but it will not have the same flavor.
- Adjust the spice level to your liking: If you like spicy salsa, add more jalapeños. If you don't like spicy salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeños before chopping them. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the salsa for a bit of extra heat.
- Serve the salsa fresh: Salsa is best served fresh. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but the flavor will be best if you eat it within a day or two. You can also freeze the salsa for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
Salsa corn is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. It is also a great way to use up leftover corn. With its fresh, vibrant flavors, salsa corn is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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