Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup diced plum tomato
• 2 tablespoons chopped celery
• 2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeño pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well. Cover and chill 2 hours.