Perfectly Spicy Black Bean And Grilled Corn Salsa Recipe

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This easy to make Perfectly Spicy Black Bean And Grilled Corn Salsa Recipe that goes well with fajitas or grilled chicken. Perfectly seasoned to your tastes by adapting the amount of jalapeno.

 

My family devoured this recipe the night we served it with grilled shrimp tacos. Make extra Corn on the Cob and make one of these corn recipes too. 

I halved the recipe anticipating too many leftovers, well that was a mistake. I did not have any to snack on the next day.

Perfectly Spicy Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Perfectly Spicy Grilled Black Bean and Corn Salsa Recipe

Serve this grilled corn and black bean salsa with chips or as a side dish. Mine disappeared as a side dish if that gives you any idea how well this salsa recipe was welcomed at our table.

Another great reason to make this recipe is it’s a great make-ahead recipe for your taco night just hold off on adding the avocado until you are ready to serve. 

Perfectly Spicy Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa Recipe

If you are looking to make this when there is no fresh corn available you could use frozen corn that you defrost. But if you can get ahold of fresh corn, by all means, it is worth the effort. By effort, I simply mean Grilling it.

HOW TO GRILL CORN:

We have found many different ways to grill corn.  We opted for shucking the corn and placing on the grill here are some tips wihen grilling corn.

Simply place your shucked corn on the grill for 8-10 minutes  Be sure to turn the corn every few minutes so it does not burn. 

 

 

Grilling corn on the cob can be a delicious addition to your barbecue. Here are some tips to help you achieve perfectly grilled corn:

Preparation

  1. Choose Fresh Corn: Look for fresh, firm corn with bright green husks and moist silk.
  2. Soak the Corn: If you prefer grilling corn with the husks on, soak them in water for 15-30 minutes. This prevents the husks from burning and adds moisture to the corn.

Grilling Methods

  1. Grilling with Husks On:
    • Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high (about 375-450°F).
    • Trim the Silk: Trim any excess silk sticking out from the top of the corn.
    • Soak the Corn: As mentioned, soak the corn in water for about 15-30 minutes before grilling.
    • Grill: Place the soaked corn on the grill. Close the lid and grill for 15-20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. The husks will become charred, but the corn inside will steam and cook.
    • Cool and Husk: Let the corn cool slightly, then remove the husks and silk. You can then put the corn back on the grill for a few minutes to add a bit of char to the kernels if desired.
  2. Grilling without Husks:
    • Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
    • Husk and Clean: Remove the husks and silk from the corn.
    • Oil the Corn: Lightly coat the corn with olive oil or melted butter. This helps prevent sticking and adds flavor.
    • Grill: Place the corn directly on the grill. Grill for about 10-15 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes to ensure even cooking. Look for a nice char on all sides.
  3. Foil-Wrapped Corn:
    • Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high.
    • Husk and Clean: Remove the husks and silk.
    • Season and Wrap: Brush the corn with butter or olive oil and add seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic, herbs). Wrap each ear of corn tightly in aluminum foil.
    • Grill: Place the foil-wrapped corn on the grill. Grill for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally.

corn and black bean salsa

 

Then cut the kernels off the cob. I hope you have not broken into a sweat, haha. I did try to grill the corn on an indoor grill, definitely, don’t recommend that. 

corn and black bean salsa

Now mix all the yummy ingredients except the avocado if you don’t plan on eating it right away.  We recommend allowing the flavors to sit in the fridge for several hours to overnight for the best flavor. 

The flavors are so wonderful together and they truly flavor themselves. This salsa does not have any added oils or vinegar, all the flavor comes from the fresh ingredients and lime juice. Fresh and clean eating at it’s best. 

Perfectly Spicy Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa Recipe

Perfectly Spicy Black Bean And Grilled Corn Salsa Recipe

Perfectly Spicy Black Bean And Grilled Corn Salsa Recipe

Be sure to pin the recipe next time you are grilling tacos or chicken.

Other Homemade Salsa Recipes you might like:

Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Yield: 6 -8 Side dishes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes

Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa is a wonderful topping or side dish to grilled tacos or grilled chicken Perfectly Spicy Black Bean And Grilled Corn Salsa Recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 fresh ears corn
  • vegetable cooking spray
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/3 cup lime juice
  • 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped (I used 1/2 of a large one)
  • 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • 2 avocados, peeled, seeded, and chopped

Instructions

  1. Lightly coat corn with cooking spray and salt and pepper.
  2. Cook corn over the grill preheated to medium high for 15 minutes. Turning the corn every 5 minutes making sure it does not get too dark. Allow to cool and Cut corn from cob.
  3. Add corn, black beans, and remaining ingredients; toss to coat. Add salt to taste. Eat at room temperature or cover and chill for up to 2 hours.
Nutrition Information
Yield 8 Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving Calories 276Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 0mgSodium 474mgCarbohydrates 42gFiber 15gSugar 4gProtein 13g

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© Maria From Staying Close Home
Cuisine: Mexican / Category: SIDE DISH

 

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5 Comments

  1. Mary // Chattavore on June 8, 2017 at 3:44 pm

    You just can’t go wrong with a simple, fresh salsa recipe! This just looks great!

  3. Kelly @ trial and eater on June 8, 2017 at 2:32 pm

    What a great looking corn salsa! So much freshness in here, I’m drooling over it all.

  4. Tara on June 8, 2017 at 1:26 pm

    Yum! I can see why this salsa disappeared. It looks incredible with a wonderful combination of flavors, especially the grilled corn.

  5. Emily on June 8, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    Oh this would be perfect for a barbecue!

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