Summer Salsa

Don't be intimidated by the long ingredient list.  Many of these ingredients are ones you already have on hand.  The prep time is minimal since you basically stir and go. The toasted cumin seeds lend a subtle, but special depth of flavor.  If you don't have cumin seeds on hand, try 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin.

1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup fresh corn kernels
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 ripe tomato, diced
1/2 medium purple onion, minced
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced

Toast cumin seeds in a skillet over medium heat 1-2 minutes or until brown and fragrant, stirring often.  Combine cumin seeds, black beans, and remaining ingredients; toss well.  Cover and store in refrigerator up to 1 week.  Serve with tortilla chips, over grilled chicken/fish or as a filling for quesadillas.