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Black Bean Mango Salad Fresh Bold Delicious


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  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A vibrant, fresh Black Bean Mango Salad made with juicy mangoes, hearty black beans, corn, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a side, snack, or light meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 mangoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Chop all produce and rinse the beans and corn.
Salad ingredients layered in a glass bowl before mixing
Layer your ingredients to keep colors crisp before tossing
  • In a large bowl, combine beans, mango, corn, pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
  • Whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the dressing.
Lime being squeezed into a bowl of layered mango black bean salad ingredients
Citrus adds the perfect finishing touch before mixing
  • Pour dressing over the salad and mix gently until coated.
Half-mixed mango black bean salad in a white bowl on a white background
Halfway mixed—watch the colors and flavors come together
  • Taste and adjust seasoning. Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving, if possible.

Notes

For extra freshness, top with diced avocado or serve over greens.

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg