Bean and Corn Salsa

Prep time: 10 minutes

Recipe makes: 10 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels, defrosted
• 1½ cups chopped fresh tomatoes
• Juice of ½ lime
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced chilies (optional)
• 2 whole-wheat pitas

Equipment and supplies:

• Knife and cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Large bowl for mixing

Instructions:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
2. Toast the pita.
3. Serve each ½ cup portion with ¼ of a pita.

Reviewed by: Meredith Parkinson, RD, LDN
Date reviewed: November 2012