Black Bean Salsa is a recipe suitable for those of us that have gestational diabetes. It is very healthy with low carbs and low sodium. The ingredients are very versatile with different menu combinations. And of course it is easy to make and to have on hand. Add this delicious recipe to your to your special diet. Thanks to the Iowa Diabetes and Endocrinology Center for providing it.
Black Bean Salsa
1.5 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 -1 red onion, chopped (I would only use 1/4 onion finely chopped)
1 can petite canned tomatoes, drained (I would add two cans)
1-2 cloves of fresh garlic
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
Mix all ingredients together and enjoy!
Serving Ideas
Use salsa with 100% tortilla chips
Nacho/Quesadilla style and - chicken or lean beef
Bake with chicken breast and serve with brown rice
On top of scrambled eggs on top of whole wheat toast
Burritos - add tuna, chicken, or eggs on whole wheat tortilla
Top of baked potatoes
Mix with brown rice and stuff green peppers
Nutrition Information
Per 1 cup serving: Calories 86, Total Fat 0.5 g, Sat Fat 0g, Carbohydrates 18g, Protein 4g, Sodium 7mg (if use no added salt tomatoes and rinse beans).
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