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Black Bean and Corn Salsa

Black Bean and Corn Salsa

This easy Black Bean and Corn Salsa makes a quick and healthy snack, side dish, or topping for tacos, salads, fish, and more! This recipe is the combination of amazing flavors and colors, filled with beans and fresh veggies.

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To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Black Bean and Corn Salsa Ingredients

How to make this Recipe:

  1. Stir and combine

    Place the tomatoes, beans, corn, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl. Stir to combine.

  2. Season, mix, and enjoy

    Add the lime juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. Stir gently until everything is mixed together. Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Serve, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

Black Bean and Corn Salsa: Frequently Asked Questions

Is black bean and corn salsa healthy?

Yes, black bean and corn salsa can be a healthy choice, as it is packed with fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals from the beans, corn, vegetables, and herbs.

What can I serve with black bean and corn salsa?

Salsa can be served as a dip with tortilla chips, pita chips, or vegetable sticks. It also makes a delicious topping for tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, grilled chicken, fish, or steak.

Can I make black bean and corn salsa ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this salsa ahead of time. In fact, it often tastes better after chilling in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight, as the flavors have time to meld together. Simply cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Can I customize the salsa with additional ingredients?

Yes, you can customize black bean and corn salsa with additional ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Some popular additions include diced avocado, mango, or diced cucumber. Experiment with different combinations to create your salsa.

Black Bean and Corn Salsa

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Black Bean and Corn Salsa

This easy Black Bean and Corn Salsa is made with fresh ingredients and you can taste the freshness in every bite. The ingredients are vibrant, colorful, and rich in flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • ½ cup corn kernels (thawed from frozen or canned)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 jalapeños (seeds and ribs removed, then minced)
  • ⅓ cup chopped cilantro leaves
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 lime (juice)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Place the tomatoes, beans, corn, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a bowl. Stir to combine.
  • Add the lime juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, black pepper, and salt. Stir gently until everything is mixed together.
  • Let stand at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Serve, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
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Cottage Cheese Dumplings (Lazy Pierogi)

Cottage Cheese Dumplings

These simple Cottage Cheese Dumplings (Lazy Pierogi) are made with just five ingredients and ready to enjoy in no time! They are such a comfort food. It’s also a great family activity to make and eat them together.

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To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

Cottage Cheese Dumplings Ingredients

How to make this Recipe:

  1. Mix the dough

    Mash cottage cheese, egg, salt and sugar with a fork. Add flour and mix well. Transfer the dough to a floured board.

  2. Roll and cut

    Roll out strings of dough and cut them into about 1-inch pieces.

  3. Boil

    In a saucepan, boil water and add salt. Boil the dumplings in batches, stir occasionally. After the dumplings float, cook them for 1 – 2 minutes.

  4. Serve and enjoy

    Remove the dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon. Serve cottage cheese dumplings hot with sour cream, butter, and/or fruit.

Cottage Cheese Dumplings: Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use low-fat cottage cheese for making dumplings?

Yes, you can use low-fat cottage cheese for making dumplings. However, the texture and flavor may vary slightly compared to using regular cottage cheese. Full-fat cottage cheese tends to provide a richer taste and smoother texture.

How do you serve dumplings?

Cottage cheese dumplings can be served sweet with melted butter, sugar and cinnamon, or with fruit compote or jam. They can also be served savory with gravy or sour cream.

Can I freeze cottage cheese dumplings?

Yes, you can freeze cottage cheese dumplings. After cooking them, allow them to cool completely, then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag or airtight container.

Cottage Cheese Dumplings

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Cottage Cheese Dumplings (Lazy Pierogi)

These delicious Cottage Cheese Dumplings (Lazy Pierogi) are so fast to make. They are the perfect breakfast and so easy!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Pollish, Ukrainian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 egg
  • ¾ cup white whole wheat flour (+ for working with dough)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 pinch salt (+ for boiling dumplings)

Instructions
 

  • Mash cottage cheese, egg, salt and sugar with a fork. Add flour and mix well. Transfer the dough to a floured board.
  • Roll out strings of dough and cut them into about 1-inch pieces.
  • In a saucepan, boil water and add salt. Boil the dumplings in batches, stir occasionally. After the dumplings float, cook them for 1 – 2 minutes.
  • Remove the dumplings from the water using a slotted spoon. Serve cottage cheese dumplings hot with sour cream, butter, and/or fruit.
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Healthier Carrot Cake

Healthier Carrot Cake

This Healthier Carrot Cake is amazing and made with wholesome ingredients. It is moist, fluffy and so delicious!

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To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • White whole wheat flour. My favorite white whole wheat flour is the King Arthur, 100% Organic White Whole Wheat Flour.
  • Baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, vanilla extract.
  • Eggs provide a valuable source of quality protein, while also containing 13 essential vitamins and minerals, alongside necessary omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants.  Health Benefits of Eggs.
  • Maple syrup (pure) is not only high in antioxidants, but every spoonful offers nutrients like riboflavin, zinc, magnesium, calcium and potassium.
  • Applesauce, milk and light olive oil.
  • Raisins are dried grapes. The drying process concentrates both the nutrients and sugars in grapes, making raisins nutrient-dense and calorie-dense. Raisins: Are They Good for You?
  • Carrots are root vegetables often claimed to be the perfect health food. It is crunchy, tasty, and highly nutritious. Carrots: Nutrition, Benefits, Risks, & Preparation.
  • Cream cheese is a soft, usually mild-tasting fresh cheese made from milk and cream.
  • Greek yogurt is regular yogurt that has a thicker, more dense consistency.
  • Optional: chopped pecans
Healthier Carrot Cake Ingredients

How to make this Recipe:

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare pans

    Preheat the oven to 350°F and line the bottom with parchment paper two 9-inch round cake pans.

  2. Prepare dry ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.

  3. Prepare wet ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk the eggs and then whisk in the applesauce, maple syrup, milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir in the carrots.

  4. Mix all ingredients

    Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Stir in the raisins.

  5. Bake

    Pour the batter into the pans and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

  6. Frost and enjoy

    Let the cake cool completely before frosting and decorating with pecans. Making the frosting: Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer beat on medium speed for a few minutes, or until it’s smooth and fluffy, scraping down the edges as needed.

Healthier Carrot Cake: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store carrot cake?

Refrigerate the cake to keep the frosting firm and prevent spoilage. You can also freeze carrot cake for longer storage by wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.

What are some healthy toppings for carrot cake?

Healthy toppings for carrot cake include chopped nuts or seeds, shredded coconut, fresh berries or sliced fruit, or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup. These toppings add texture and flavor without adding excessive sugar or calories.

Is it possible to make carrot cake gluten-free?

Yes, carrot cake can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free flour blends or almond flour. Ensure that all other ingredients, such as baking powder and spices, are also gluten-free.

Healthier Carrot Cake

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Healthier Carrot Cake

This Healthier Carrot Cake is quick, easy to make, and delicious. It is soft, moist, loaded with carrots and has tons of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup applesauce (unsweetened)
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup milk (room temperature)
  • ½ cup light olive oil
  • ⅓ cup raisins
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups carrots (finely grated)

Frosting

  • 8 oz block of full fat cream cheese (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: chopped pecans

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line the bottom with parchment paper two 9-inch round cake pans.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk the eggs and then whisk in the applesauce, maple syrup, milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir in the carrots.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Stir in the raisins.
  • Pour the batter into the pans and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely before frosting and decorating with pecans.
  • Make the frosting: Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer beat on medium speed for a few minutes, or until it’s smooth and fluffy, scraping down the edges as needed.
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