Description
A hearty and savory side dish combining earthy black beans and sweet corn with aromatic garlic and cumin. Finished with a squeeze of lime for a bright, balanced flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1.5 cups frozen or canned corn kernels
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent and soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add ground cumin and stir for 30 seconds to toast the spice.
- Pour in the rinsed black beans and stir to coat in the oil.
- Add corn kernels and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southwestern