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April 1, 2013

The World’s Best Black Bean and Corn Salsa

The world's best and easiest black bean and corn salsa from At The Picket Fence

I became known far and wide for my Black Bean and Corn Salsa recipe.  From Missouri to Seattle to Kentucky I had carted this special recipe to each new home and served it with pride.

Pride because I KNEW whenever I made it, my salsa would be consumed in about 5 seconds flat. no lie.

They would start out dipping a chip into my salsa full of beans and corn and fresh cilantro with a hint of lime, and then in would go another chip. and another chip…and soon…

…the questions would start, as I knew they would. “Wow! This is so amazing!” They would mumble between bites. “Would you share the recipe?”

I would hem and haw around and mumble something about, “well you know…family secrets and special ingredients…”

The World's Best and Easiest Black Bean and Corn Salsa from At The Picket Fence

Because here’s the crux of the matter, the nitty-gritty of my world famous, best ever salsa…I was ashamed.  Yes ashamed.

Ashamed because I knew the truth behind my very special Black Bean and Corn Salsa.  A secret that I am confessing here and now…but only to you.

My gourmet salsa revolves around a jar. yes a jar. a jar of store bought.. salsa.

And since I’m here now spilling my deepest, darkest culinary secrets to you…I might as well give you the recipe.

So now you can bring this amazing  salsa to all of your gatherings and then you can have everyone inhale it and say…

“Wow! This is the best salsa ever…what’s your secret?!”

The world's best and easiest black bean and corn salsa from At The Picket Fence

…and I promise I won’t breathe a word.

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The World’s Best Black Bean and Corn Salsa~At The Picket Fence

The World’s Best Black Bean and Corn Salsa~At The Picket Fence

A simple and easy black bean and corn salsa that will have everyone thinking it's homemade! This recipe is copyrighted by At The Picket Fence and may not be reproduced without permission.

Ingredients

  • 1-Jar of Black Bean and Corn Salsa of choice
  • 1-Can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1-Can White Corn, drained
  • 1- 1 1/2 Cup(s) Cilantro, coarsely chopped
  • 2-Tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1-Tablespoon Cumin
  • 1-Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • Pinch of Salt

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well. Recipe can easily be doubled and tripled and can be made the night before.
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The world's best and easiest black bean and corn salsa from At The Picket Fence

For more great recipes visit our recipe page here At The Picket Fence and for another great salsa recipe try Wanna Bite’s Mango Salsa!

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  1. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    April 1, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Love the secret ingredient! I’m pinning and will be making this copyrighted recipe this summer to wow my friends and family!

    🙂 Linda

    Reply
    • baileywife says

      April 1, 2013 at 2:44 PM

      This would’ve been fun to eat in that pit/lounge at the hotel a few weeks ago…thanks Heather for thinking of us!;) But glad your”sharing” with us now! I will definitely be making this!
      ~ Kim

      Reply
  2. Leslie says

    April 1, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    This is something I would love to eat! We’re huge salsa fans! I’m pinning this recipe.
    Blessings,
    Leslie

    Reply
  3. Kimberly @ A Night Owl says

    April 1, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    This sounds amazing Heather! I’m a big fan of Mexican food and fresh salsa! Definitely adding this to our “to make” list! xo, Kimberly

    Reply
  4. Angelina says

    April 1, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    Okay I have to be honest here.. I am not a HUGE black bean fan, but these pictures SERIOUSLY got me in line fighting with everyone else to get a big DIP of this.. PINNING!!
    xo
    Angelina

    Reply
  5. Michelle Paige says

    April 1, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    This looks amazing! Wow! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  6. Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says

    April 1, 2013 at 2:13 PM

    I’m going to grow cilantro just so I can make this! Looks so yummy and thanks for sharing your…secret!

    Reply
  7. Randi - Dukes and Duchesses says

    April 1, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    My very favorite kind of secret … an awesome recipe that has such a simple start! I can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  8. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    April 1, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    My kind of recipe Heather…easy and delicious!!….Looks fantastic!!!

    Reply
  9. Bonnie @ Uncommon says

    April 1, 2013 at 6:23 PM

    Now this look absolutely amazing! Can totally see our family having this out on the porch as the evenings get warmer!! Thanks for the recipe Heather! 😉

    Reply
  10. LAURA S says

    April 1, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    You don’t know how happy I am right now! I too make this and just like you start out with the “Jar”. I add all the other stuff that makes it better. I thought I was cheatin’!! Good to know that I am not alone anymore. In my oppinion, you should Not substitute yellow corn for the white and definately add the cumin and cilantro! I love this dip and it is a great snack or a meal in its self. Thank you for sharing 🙂

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  11. Debbie says

    April 2, 2013 at 2:42 AM

    I love it when that happens and a simple recipe gets rave reviews. I’m pinning this one.

    Reply
  12. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    April 2, 2013 at 3:38 AM

    Well, now I have a craving, so I’ll be picking up some ingredients on my way home from work today! ;-D
    This reminds me of what we call Texas Caviar, but it’s a little simpler — me likey!!
    xo Heidi

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  13. Peggy says

    April 2, 2013 at 10:32 AM

    Your secret is safe with me! This sounds so good =)

    Reply
  14. jessica @fourgenerationsoneroof says

    April 2, 2013 at 7:47 PM

    hello yumminess! Pinned to the diy food festival

    Reply
  15. Tiffany | offbeat + inspired says

    April 4, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    HAHA!!! I laughed so hard when you said it came from a jar! AMAZING! I’m definitely going to make this!! 😀

    Reply
  16. Irene Brown says

    April 7, 2013 at 7:13 PM

    Sounds so good! Will really have to try this! Thank you for sharing your “secret”! Love it!

    Reply
  17. Mary@athomeonthebay says

    April 8, 2013 at 8:15 AM

    That looks so good, and I love that it’s simple too! !

    Reply
  18. Deb Reilley says

    September 4, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    I just recently found this recipe and I have to try it! I have all The ingredients but I have a problem. The recipe on the picture calls for lemons and the recipe in the text calls for limes. What do I use?

    Reply

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