Ingredients

  • 2 x dry California chiles
  • 1 c. water
  • 3 Tbsp. lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 c. liquid removed cooked black beans
  • 1 c. cooked whole kernel corn
  • 1/4 c. minced red onion
  • 1/4 c. minced cilantro Cilantro sprigs for garnish Radicchio leaves

Method

  • Toast chiles in skillet over low heat till skin is lightly toasted and chiles are fragrant, 3 to 5 min.
  • Set aside till cold sufficient to handle, then remove stem and seeds.
  • Bring chiles and water to boil in saucepan, then reduce heat and simmer till chiles are softened, about 10 min.
  • Let cold 10 min.
  • Puree chiles and water in blender.
  • Add in lime juice and salt, and blend.
  • Let cold to room temperature.
  • Toss together black beans and corn.
  • Stir in red onion and minced cilantro.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss.
  • Let stand 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Spoon salad over radicchio leaves and garnish with sprig of cilantro.
  • This recipe yields 6 (1/2 c.) servings.