Zesty Lime Black Bean Mango Salad That's Bursting with Flavor
This Zesty Lime Black Bean Mango Salad is a flavorful and refreshing dish that's perfect for sunny days or casual gatherings.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Colander
- whisk
- Knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained
- 2 cups Mangoes Diced ripe mango
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
- 1 medium Red Onion Chopped
- 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped
- 1 medium Lime Zest and juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
- 1 medium Avocado Optional, diced
- 1 small Jalapeño Optional, diced
Instructions
Instructions
- Rinse black beans in a colander under cold water, letting them drain well.
- Dice ripe mangoes and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop red onion and cilantro finely.
- Combine black beans, diced mangoes, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime zest, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mix and gently toss everything together.
- Adjust the taste by sampling and feel free to add more salt, pepper, or lime juice.
- Fold in diced avocado if you're using it.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes.
- Serve your Zesty Lime Black Bean Mango Salad fresh with a gentle toss before plating.
Notes
Top with crumbled feta cheese for a creamy contrast if desired.