Description
A refreshing and vibrant Mango Black Bean Salad combining sweet mangoes, black beans, and fresh vegetables with tangy citrus and a hint of spice, perfect for a healthy side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 30 ounces of black beans (2 cans), drained and rinsed
- 2 mangos, peeled and cut into ½ inch wide pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, rinsed, seeds removed and chopped
- 3 green onions (white and green parts), sliced
- ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained and rinsed black beans, chopped mango pieces, chopped red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and red pepper flakes. Pour in the red wine vinegar along with the zest and juice of the orange and lime. Mix all ingredients thoroughly to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Chill Salad: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour. Chilling allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the taste. After chilling, give the salad a gentle stir before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm mangos for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- This salad can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the fridge.
- For added crunch, consider topping with toasted nuts or seeds just before serving.
- Great as a side dish or light lunch option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Mango Black Bean Salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, summer salad, no-cook salad, citrus salad
