It should be kept cold and in the refrigerator when not being eaten. It needs to be stored in an airtight container. The salsa will last around 4-5 days in the fridge, so it’s wonderful for lunch or meal planning.  The black bean salsa should never be kept out of the fridge for longer than two hours at a time. If you know you are going to have it out for longer, you should put it on ice to keep it chilled. When kept on ice, it’s ideal for parties and get-togethers because everyone will devour it!