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Published: May 14, 2020 by Trish ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท This blog generates income via ads ยท

Black Bean Salsa with Avocado

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black bean and avocado salsa
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A quick, fresh summer salsa that you can throw together in minutes. Vegan. No added sugar. Oil-free. Gluten-free. High-fibre.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 122kcal
Vegan, Vegetarian, WFPB (Whole Food, Plant Based)
Appetizer, Dips and Spreads
oil free black bean salsa ingredients in a bowl with a lime

Bust out this recipe when the avocados and tomatoes are ripe! Serve this black bean salsa with chips for a healthy and fresh dip or use it to top your favourite taco. Vegan. Gluten-free and WFPB.

More salsa recipes! because you cannot have too many. Try this Black Bean Salsa with Feta or this Fresh Strawberry Salsa when strawberries are at their best.

black bean salsa served with gluten-free corn chips

The sun is finally showing through and I feel it. It's coming through the windows and warming up the kitchen. It's a wonderful thing. It's been just too cold. I'm so ready for summer and summer food.

The slightest hint of warmth and I'm making my favorite summer foods. This black bean salsa recipe is so easy. It has never let me down. If you have a can of black beans in the pantry you can through this together in minutes.

black beans, avocado, red onion, cilantro, lime and tomatoes

๐Ÿ“‹ Ingredient and recipe notes

Black beans. If you prefer to use home-cooked black beans, instead of canned, you will need about 1-ยฝ cups.

Tomatoes. Tomates must be fresh. Use cherry tomatoes instead of whole tomatoes. I especially like cherry or grape tomatoes in the winter months when supermarket tomatoes are not the best. Grape tomatoes are the sweetest.

oil free black bean salsa ingredients in a bowl with a lime

Cayenne Pepper. I've used a pinch of cayenne pepper because I like a little extra heat. Feel free to leave it out if you don't like spicy things, or add more if you really like spicy things! If you skip the cayenne you might want to add a little bit of freshly ground black pepper to give the salsa a bit of interest.

Salt. As with any dish, salt to taste. I started this recipe with ยฝ teaspoon of sea salt. You may need to add a bit more to the finished dish especially if you use low- or no-sodium canned beans or home-cooked beans. Black beans can take a good amount of salt. However, if you are watching your salt intake or generally like less salty things - start with a ยผ teaspoon and adjust up from there.

black bean and avocado salsa

๐ŸดServing suggestions

This black bean dip is naturally sugar-free, oil-free, gluten-free, and vegan. I love to serve it with corn chips for a bright and summery snack. Makes a hearty appetizer, the black beans are filling!

It also makes for a fun, vegan, taco filling or topping.

If I have leftovers I throw on top a salad bowl for lunch the next day. It makes a quick lunch.

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๐Ÿ“– Recipe

black bean and avocado salsa
Average rating: 5 stars

Black Bean Salsa

A quick, fresh summer salsa that you can throw together in minutes. Vegan. No added sugar. Oil-free. Gluten-free. High-fibre.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time10 minutes mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 122kcal

Ingredients

  • โ…“ cup diced red onion
  • 1-ยฝ cups black beans 1 can, rinsed and drained
  • 2 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
  • ยฝ teaspoon sea salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon ground cumin
  • pinch cayenne pepper or to taste
  • i juice from 1 lime
  • 1 clove garlic pressed, about ยฝ teaspoon
  • 1 medium avocado perfectly ripe, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium tomato diced, or 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut into quarters

Instructions

  • Except for avocado and tomato, mix all ingredients in a medium sized bowl until well combined. Gently stir in diced and chopped tomato and avocado. Taste for seasoning, adjust salt if necessary. Serve with chips or with tacos.

Notes

This salsa is best eaten immediately. But if you do have leftovers, it will keep refrigerated for a day or so.ย 
Use cherry tomatoes instead of whole tomatoes if you like.
I like cayenne pepper, it adds a little bit of kick, but feel free to skip it if you don't like spice.ย 
Calories: 122kcal (6%) Carbohydrates: 12g (4%) Protein: 3g (6%) Fat: 8g (12%) Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) Sodium: 297mg (13%) Potassium: 412mg (12%) Fiber: 6g (25%) Sugar: 2g (2%) Vitamin A: 343IU (7%) Vitamin C: 10mg (12%) Calcium: 18mg (2%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
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black bean salsa served with gluten-free corn chips

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