Pepper Jack Cubes Black Bean (Print View)

Spicy cheese cubes served with a fresh, zesty black bean salsa ideal for easy entertaining.

# Components:

→ 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)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Spicy Pepper Jack cheese cubes add a bold flavor
  • Fresh black bean salsa complements perfectly
02 -
  • Contains Milk from Pepper Jack cheese
  • Gluten may be present in some crackers or chips use certified gluten-free options if needed
03 -
  • Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor
  • Chill the cheese cubes to keep them firm during serving
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