Black Bean & Tomato Salsa

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From EatingWell:  Spring 2003, The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005)

Adding canned beans to a spicy salsa is an easy way to boost fiber and improve nutritional value. This salsa is also a good accompaniment for burgers or Scrambled Egg Burritos.

4 servings, 1/2 cup each | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup seeded, diced plum tomatoes, (3-4 tomatoes)
• 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed
• 2 tablespoons chopped scallions
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or parsley
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2-1 teaspoon minced canned chipotle in adobo sauce, (see Ingredient Note)
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; stir to blend. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Per serving : 83 Calories; 2 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 11 g Carbohydrates; 4 g Protein; 4 g Fiber; 283 mg Sodium; 118 mg Potassium

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 starch

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

• Ingredient Note: Chipotle peppers are smoked jalapenos with a fiery taste that are canned in adobo sauce. Look for them in the Hispanic section of large supermarkets and in specialty stores.