Delicious Black Bean and Mango Salad Recipe

Black Bean And Mango Salad — a mexican recipe (salad) with 13 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 17, 2026

80

Total Time (min)

6

servings

272

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Black Bean and Mango Salad Recipe

Ingredients

Servings:
6
  • 1 cup black beans, cooked
  • 1 cup mango, diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn, cooked
  • 1 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional)
  • 1 jalapeño, minced (optional for heat)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the Ingredients

    Rinse and drain the black beans. Dice the mango, red bell pepper, avocado, and red onion.

    Use ripe mango for the best flavor.
  2. Mix the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the black beans, mango, red bell pepper, corn, red onion, and cilantro.

    Toss gently to avoid mashing the ingredients.
  3. Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

    Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Combine Dressing and Salad

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.

    Let it sit for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.
  5. Serve

    Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with diced avocado and jalapeño if desired.

    Great as a side or a main course.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Mediterranean, DASH, Dairy-Free. Diet: Balanced, High-Fiber

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your mexican meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Cilantro lime rice
🍽️Refried beans
🍽️Fresh guacamole

About This Dish

Delicious Black Bean and Mango Salad Recipe is a beloved dish from Mexican cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 80 minutes, it is a rewarding project for when you have extra time in the kitchen.

Mexican cuisine has deep roots in Mesoamerican and Spanish traditions. Recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, it features bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and centuries-old cooking techniques.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, canned black beans are convenient. Just rinse and drain them before use.

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Nutrition Facts

6 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories250kcal
Total Fat10gg
Sodium250mgmg
Total Carbohydrates35gg
Dietary Fiber8gg
Total Sugars5gg
Protein9gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineMexican