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Now that the weather’s cooling off, it’s a great time to be outside with friends and family. When we get together, one of my favorite things to make is this delicious Black Bean Salsa. It is super fresh and loaded with healthy veggies and great flavor. Try it with tortilla chips, serve it with tacos, or spooned over grilled chicken or fish. Or be like me and eat it straight out of the bowl! – Leslee Stewart

Black Bean Salsa
Makes 8 servings

1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
¼ cup diced red onion
2 minced garlic cloves
½ medium jicama, peeled and diced (about ½ cup)
½ cup frozen corn kernels, rinsed under hot water to defrost
1 medium avocado, diced
½ cup grape tomatoes, halved
1 small can diced green chili peppers
5 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp olive oil
2 ½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp kosher salt

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Mix to combine. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours before serving (can serve immediately). Cover and store leftovers in refrigerator up to two days.