Black Bean and Grilled Corn Salsa (recipe)

Black Bean and Grilled Corn Salsa

Grilled corn gives this salsa a sweet, caramelized flavour while the citrus zest makes it a perfect partner for chicken.

Prep time:
20 Minutes
Serves:
2
Cook time:
15 Minutes

Recipe by Paula Bowman
Photography by Carlo Mendoza

Ingredients

2 cobs	fresh corn, husked
1 Cup	canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 Cup	diced plum tomatoes (about 1 large tomato)
1/4 Cup	diced red onion
2 Tablespoon	chopped fresh cilantro
2 Tablespoon	olive oil
2 Teaspoon	minced garlic
1	jalapeno pepper, seeds removed and minced
1 Teaspoon	kosher salt
2	limes, zested and juiced
1	lemon, zested
1	orange, zested
1/4 Teaspoon	ground cumin

Preparation

Preheat barbecue to medium-high. Place corn directly on grill and cook, turning often until lightly browned all over, about 10 minutes. Once cooled, cut kernels off cob using a sharp knife.
Transfer kernels to a bowl. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.

Nutritional Information

Nutrients per serving (2 tbsp): 42 calories, 2 g fat, 1 g protein, 6 g carbs, 1 g fibre. Nutrients per serving (with 6 oz. grilled chicken): 322 calories, 8 g fat, 54 g protein, 6 g carbs, 1 g fibre.