Corn and Pepper Salsa - GourmetBetty

Ingredients

• 4 large ears fresh corn (or 3 cups frozen, thawed)
• 1 medium red onion (finely chopped)
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
• 4 Serrano or Jalapeño peppers (seeded and finely diced)
• 1 garlic clove (minced)
• 2 Tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 4 fresh mint leaves (chopped)
• 1-3 Tbsp red wine vinegar (to taste)
• 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• Optional: ½ - 1 cup cooked red beans for extra protein
• Optional: a few drops of hot sauce (to taste)