Fresh corn and black bean salad

(WTNH) -- Corn is in peak season and it's the perfect time to create a fresh corn and black bean salad.

Fresh Corn and Black Bean Salad

Ingredients:

• 6 medium size ears fresh corn, boiled or roasted (about 4 1/2 cups)
• 2 12 ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped coarsely
• 1/2 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped coarsely
• 1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped coarsely
• 1 scallion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• Juice of 2 lemons (or limes or one of each)
• Sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions:
Slice the corn kernels off the cobs into a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and toss to mix. Season to taste with sea salt and pepper.

Note: If you like heat, substitute minced jalapeno peppers for the scallion, or add some of your favorite hot sauce for a kick. You can also add chopped cilantro for extra flavor.

Recipe from "I Love Corn" by Lisa Skye (Andrews McMeel) and provided by Terry Frishman, food marketing consultant and educator.