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Black Bean Cakes with Zesty Corn Salsa

Sometimes it is nice to enjoy a meatless meal. These Black Bean Cakes with Zesty Corn Salsa are anything but boring. They are packed with spicy, fresh flavors. The crispy tortillas add some crunch and texture to an already flavorful meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • 1 knife
  • 1 citrus juicer
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 frying pan
  • 1 Large spoon
  • 1 medium bowl
  • 1 medium spoon
  • 1 potato masher

Ingredients
  

  • 6 mini low-carb tortillas
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1-1/2 cups pepper jack cheese,shredded
  • 3/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeno, chopped fine
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup Keto breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning
  • 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped fine
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • For the Corn Salsa:
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped fine
  • 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup chipotle chili powder
  • 1 jalapenos, chopped fine
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Place the tortillas on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake them until crispy.
  • Remove from the oven and top with cheddar and pepper jack cheese.
  • Place the tortillas back in the oven and bake until the cheese melts. Remove and set aside.
  • In a frying pan, saute jalapeno and red onion in extra virgin olive oil.
  • Stir in the garlic and remove from the heat.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the red bell pepper, corn, avocado, chipotle chile powder, jalapeno and lime juice.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Mash two cups of black beans in a bowl with taco seasoning.
  • Add the breadcrumbs, egg and cilantro and stir to incorporate.
  • Add the onion mixture and cilantro and stir.
  • Fold in the remaining black beans.
  • Shape the bean mixture into patties and place them on a baking sheet or plate.
  • Cook the patties in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
  • To serve, top a tortilla with a black bean cake.
  • Spoon the corn salsa over the bean cakes and top with sour cream, cilantro or other favorite toppings.