Pepper Jack Cubes Black Bean (Printable)

Zesty Pepper Jack cheese cubes paired with fresh black bean salsa, lime, and spices.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 7 oz Pepper Jack cheese, cut into ½ inch cubes

→ Salsa

02 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 medium ripe tomato, diced
04 - ½ small red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
06 - ½ red bell pepper, diced
07 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
08 - Juice of 1 lime
09 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
10 - ½ tsp ground cumin
11 - ½ tsp sea salt
12 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish & Serving

13 - Tortilla chips or crackers, for serving (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Arrange Pepper Jack cheese cubes on a serving platter. Cover and refrigerate while preparing the salsa.
02 - Combine black beans, diced tomato, chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, diced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro in a medium bowl.
03 - Whisk together lime juice, extra-virgin olive oil, ground cumin, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl. Pour over the bean mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
04 - Spoon the black bean salsa alongside or over the cheese cubes. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or crackers if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Zesty and flavorful appetizer
  • Vegetarian and Gluten-Free
02 -
  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor
  • Opt for certified gluten-free crackers if needed
03 -
  • Chill cheese cubes well to keep shape when serving
  • Mince jalapeño finely to balance heat
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