Black Bean Salsa

Black Bean Salsa

1/2 red onion, very finely diced

1 jalapeno, seeded and very finely diced

juice and zest of one lime 

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust this to your liking)

1-3/4 cup black beans or 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup seedless cucumber, diced

1 tomato, seeded and diced

1 cup frozen corn 

1 avocado, diced

2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

In a mixing bowl, combine the onion, jalapeno and juice & zest of lime; set aside to "bloom", the color of the onions will actually change after a few minutes.  Allowing this to "bloom" will reduce the sharp bite from the onion and the pepper, it makes it more palatable and more mellow.  Add the remaining ingredients and toss lightly to combine.  Serve with tortillas chips!