Black Bean Mango Salad

Make a delicious summer side dish of Black Bean Mango Salad that uses fresh seasonal ingredients with a can of drained black beans. All ingredients mixed together and refrigerated until ready to serve. This salad is both gluten free and dairy free and perfect for entertaining.

One of my favorite ways to enjoy mango is with my Black Bean Mango Salad. It’s fresh, full of flavor, and the perfect side dish for the hot summer months. I’ll be honest though. Growing up I had no idea about mango. It wasn’t until my honeymoon in St. Lucia that I was introduced to this sweet and delicious fruit.

Upon arriving to our hotel we were greeted with a plate of fresh fruit. I had one bite of the mango and I was sold. When we bought our second house, we received a mango tree as a gift. Each season we grow more and more in love with mangoes. It’s really fun to watch the kids get excited about eating the food they have watch grow in their backyard.

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• Why this Recipe Works
• Ingredients
• Directions
• FAQs
• Tips & Tricks
• Mango Recipes
• Black Bean Mango Salad

Why this Recipe Works

Flavorful Combination – Black bean mango salad offers a delightful combination of flavors that work harmoniously together. The sweetness of ripe mangoes complements the earthy taste of black beans, creating a balanced and satisfying dish. The addition of fresh cilantro, green onions, lime juice, and a hint of spice can further enhance the flavor profile.

Nutritional Benefits – Black bean mango salad combines two incredibly nutritious ingredients. Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals. They are low in fat and rich in antioxidants. Mango, on the other hand, is packed with essential vitamins, such as vitamin C and A, as well as dietary fiber. Exploring the nutritional benefits of both black beans and mango in a blog post would provide readers with valuable information about the health benefits of this salad.

Versatility and Adaptability – This mango bean salad is versatile. This salad can be adapted and customized to suit various dietary preferences and needs. It can be served as a side dish, a main course, or even as a salsa or dip with tortilla chips. This salad pairs well with different ingredients such as avocado, corn, and red bell peppers allowing for endless variations. Sub out the mango for freshly diced peaches when they are in season.

Ingredients

• Black Beans – I use one can that I’ll drain and rinse well.
• Fruit – One large mango and the zest and juice of one lime.
• Vegetables – You’ll need red onion, green onions, and jalapeno for this salad.
• Cilantro – A little cilantro goes a long way.
• Oil – I love the flavor of olive oil for this mango salad.
• Seasoning – A little salt and pepper is all you’ll need.

Directions

Rinse and drain the can of black beans. Place the black beans in a large bowl. Mix in the mango, green onions, minced red onion, cilantro, and spices.

Mix well then chill for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

FAQs

Here are all the frequently asked questions readers have asked when making this healthy black bean salad recipe.

Tips & Tricks

Here are a few of my favorite tips and tricks I’ve learned when making this recipe.

• Storage – Store the black bean salad in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Mango – 1 mango equals about 1 cup of mango.
• Frozen Mango – I have never tested making this recipe with frozen mango. However, it may work if you thaw the mango–it could be too mushy though. It is a risk you run.

Mango Recipes

If you love mangoes you’ll love some of my other mango recipes.

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