Follow these simple steps to assemble your delicious No-Cook Avocado Salsa Bowls. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity – no heat required!

1. Prepare the Base Ingredients: Open, drain, and thoroughly rinse the cans of black beans and corn using a colander under cold running water. Allow them to drain well while you prepare the other ingredients. This step is important to remove the canning liquid and excess sodium.
2. Chop the Vegetables and Herbs: Wash and prepare the fresh produce. Halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion. Finely mince the jalapeño, remembering to adjust the seeds based on your heat preference (wearing gloves is recommended when handling jalapeños). Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves. Place all these prepared ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
3. Add Beans and Corn: Add the drained and rinsed black beans and corn to the large mixing bowl with the chopped vegetables and herbs.
4. Prepare the Avocado: Slice the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh out into the large mixing bowl. You can either dice the avocado flesh before adding it or add the halves and gently chop/mash them directly in the bowl with the side of a spoon or a fork, depending on your desired texture (aim for bite-sized chunks, not a completely smooth guacamole consistency). Be careful not to over-mix or mash the avocado too much; you want distinct pieces.
5. Add Flavourings: Pour the fresh lime juice and extra virgin olive oil over the ingredients in the bowl. Sprinkle the ground cumin, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the top.
6. Combine Gently: Using a large spoon or spatula, gently fold all the ingredients together. The key here is gentle folding – you want everything to be well combined and coated in the lime juice and olive oil, but you want to maintain the texture of the individual components, especially the avocado chunks. Avoid vigorous stirring, which can turn the avocado into mush.
7. Taste and Adjust: Give the salsa a taste. Does it need more salt? More lime juice for brightness? A little more jalapeño for heat? Adjust the seasonings according to your preference. Remember that flavours will meld slightly as it sits.
8. Serve: Your No-Cook Avocado Salsa is ready to be served immediately in bowls. See the “How to Serve” section for delicious ideas and accompaniments. If not serving right away, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the salsa to minimize air contact and slow down browning, then refrigerate.