An Introduction to Salsa Recipes

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Salsa recipes originate from Mexico and the word salsa itself means "sauce". Although the south of the border Salsa recipes from Mexico are normally hot and fiery in taste, nowadays there are many milder Salsa alternatives, which use a variety of ingredients combining vegetables, fruit, spices and herbs together to make an assortment of flavours and tastes.

Salsa recipes can be used for any occasion, whether to accompany a light salad, used as a side dish to enhance the flavour of meat, or presented as a starter dish to wet your guests' appetites.

Whatever the occasion, Salsa recipes can be adapted to suit everybody's taste . By trying out some of these Salsa recipes, you will never fail to impress your guests with the food delights you will conjure up from these glorious and popular recipes. So what are you waiting for? Cook away and enjoy the free selection of Salsa food recipes on offer including Black Bean Salsa.

Ingredients for Black Bean Salsa

2 cups canned black beans -- drained
1/3 cup red bell pepper -- diced
1/4 cup red onions -- chopped fine
1/4 cup cucumber -- diced
2 tablespoons celery -- diced
2 tablespoons jalapeno -- minced
1 tablespoon basil, fresh -- chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
1 1/2 teaspoons thyme, fresh -- chopped
1/2 teaspoon cumin -- ground
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper -- freshly ground
1 clove garlic -- crushed

Method for Black Bean Salsa

Combine all ingredients in a bowl, and stir well. Cover and chill at
least 30 minutes. Serve with your favourite salad and chilled wine. Enjoy your Black Bean Salsa.

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