Description
Velveeta Black Bean Salsa is a creamy, flavor-packed dip that brings a taste of summer to any occasion. This easy-to-make salsa combines velvety Velveeta cheese with hearty black beans, sweet corn, and fresh vegetables for a delightful experience in every scoop. Perfect for game days or casual gatherings, serve it with crunchy tortilla chips or use it as a topping for tacos and grilled meats. Your friends and family will love this crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Velveeta cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- Cube the Velveeta cheese and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway until melted.
- In a mixing bowl, combine black beans, corn, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Pour in the melted Velveeta and mix until well combined.
- Add lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Swap black beans for pinto or kidney beans for variation. Customize with spices like cumin or chili powder for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.