Joe's key west salsa appetizer with black beans - hb

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
115-oz can black beans, drained & rinsed well under running water
2tablespoonsOlive oil
1Garlic clove, minced
2Fresh tomatoes, skinned, seeded, & chopped or one 14 1/2-oz can chunky tomatoes, drained
1smallOnion, chopped
1largeGarlic clove, peeled and minced
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Juice of half a lemon
2tablespoonsFinely chopped scallions
1teaspoonMinced fresh jalapeno OR
2ouncesCanned chopped green chilies
2teaspoonsOlive oil
2teaspoonsBalsamic vinegar
Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
Tortilla chips

Directions

FOR BLACK BEANS

FOR SALSA

Prepare black beans: In a small bowl, combine black beans, oil, garlic, and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and add lemon juice.

Garnish with scallions. Beans can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, but should be served warm or at room temperature.

Prepare salsa: In a medium-size glass bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeno, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for several hours. To serve: Place a spoonful of beans on a tortilla chip and top with salsa. Serves 8.

House Beautiful/Sept/94 Scanned & fixed by Di Pahl & <gg>