A Guest Post from our Charter Crew!

From the M/Y Freedom Galley: Corn & Black Bean Salsa! 


It's officially the Dog Days of Summer (August). So who's ready for a refreshing corn & black bean salsa? Trust the captain & crew when we say, this is a crowd pleaser; your guests will rave & come back for more, so make plenty! Enjoy:

CORN & BLACK BEAN SALAD

• 1 (15 1/4 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained 
• 1 medium sweet red pepper, seeded and chopped 
• 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped 6 green onions, chopped 
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion 
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional) 
• 1 garlic clove, minced 

DRESSING:

• 3/4 c. Italian salad dressing 
• 1 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro 
• 1 Tbsp. lime or lemon juice 
• 3/4 tsp. hot pepper sauce 
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder 

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In a large bowl, combine corn, black beans, red pepper, tomato, green onions, red onion, jalapeno pepper, garlic. In a smaller bowl, combine the salad dressing, cilantro, lime juice, hot pepper sauce & chili powder. Pour over corn mixture; toss to coat. Cover & refrigerate (overnight is great!). Optional: Peel & dice some avocado; gently mix in right before serving! Serve with a slotted spoon. Serves: 6-8 (Don't hesitate to serve w/ tortillas & frozen margaritas!)

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