Mom's Spicy Black Beans and Corn

2 ears of fresh corn (slice off kernels)


half red bell pepper, chopped


half a large red onion, chopped

1 jalapeno, seeded and minced

2 cloves garlic, minced


1 can black beans, rinsed and drained


1 t cumin


1/4 tsp white pepper

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1/2 t salt


juice of half a lime

2 Tbsp olive oil


2 T chopped fresh cilantro

chopped avocado (optional)