Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse and drain the black beans. Gather the Ro-Tel, diced red onion, chopped orange bell pepper, minced jalapeno, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, lime zest and juice, kosher salt, and black pepper.

Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the black beans, Ro-Tel, red onion, orange bell pepper, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, lime zest, and juice. Fold until well mixed.

Season to Taste: Add kosher salt and black pepper as desired, mix well and taste to adjust seasoning.

Serve or Store: Transfer to a bowl and serve with blue corn chips or cover and refrigerate until ready.