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Tucson Black and White Bean Salsa

3.9

(24)

Great with tortilla chips as a dip. Or try it as a vegetarian filling for burritos adding grated Monterey Jack cheese, too.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 6 cups

Ingredients

3 tablespoons corn oil
1 1/4 cups fresh corn kernels or frozen, thawed
1 16-ounce can black beans, rinsed, drained
1 15-ounce can Great Northern white beans, drained
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
3/4 cup chopped red onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 large garlic cloves, pressed
1 large jalapeño chili, seeded, minced
1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin

Preparation

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over high heat. Add corn and sauté until brown, about 3 minutes. Transfer to large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons oil and all remaining ingredients. Season generously with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill. Bring to room temperature before serving.)

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