Corn and Black Bean Salsa

This tasty version of salsa features corn, black beans, peppers, lime, spices and fresh herbs.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups frozen corn kernels
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed well
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons diced red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded, deveined and chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice*
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Tortilla chips for accompaniment

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine corn, black beans and remaining ingredients in medium non-metallic bowl, except for the fresh cilantro and parsley. Cover and refrigerate.
2. Bring to room temperature before serving and add the freshly chopped parsley and cilantro.
3. Serve with tortilla chips.

Makes 12 servings.