Saturday, October 21, 2006

Black Bean and Corn Salsa

2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed

3 (11-ounce) cans Mexican corn with peppers, drained and rinsed

2 tomatoes, chopped

2 firm avocados, peeled and chopped

4 green onions, sliced

1 small red onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup olive oil

1/4 cup white vinegar

1 (.6-ounce) package Good Season Italian Dressing

Chopped cilantro, optional

PREPARATION: In a large mixing bowl combine black beans, Mexican corn, tomatoes, avocados, green onions, red onion, garlic, olive oil, white vinegar and Good Season Italian Dressing. Gently stir together and let set a couple of hours in the refrigerator. Serve with tortilla chips.

Makes 12 cups.

Nutritional information per 1/4-cup serving: 63 calories, 4 grams fat, 2 grams protein, 8 grams carbohydrate, 2 grams fiber, 0 milligrams cholesterol, 171 milligrams sodium.

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