Mango And Bean Salad Recipe

A vibrant and refreshing Mango & Black Bean Salad recipe, bursting with sweet corn, zesty lime, and savory black beans. Inspired by Bloomington, IN's Bloomingfoods co-op, this easy 28-minute recipe is perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or summer picnic. Get ready to impress with this colorful and flavorful salad!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Calories 257.4 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mango And Bean Salad

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How to Make Mango And Bean Salad

  1. Marinate: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion with 2 tablespoons lime juice and 1 tablespoon lime zest. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for a stronger flavor).
  2. Caramelize Corn: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add 2 cups of corn kernels (fresh or frozen) and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
  3. Cook Corn: Sauté the corn, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and slightly caramelized (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Cool Corn: Remove the pan from the heat and let the corn cool completely.
  5. Combine Salad: In a large bowl, combine the marinated red onions, cooled corn, 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 2 ripe mangoes (diced), 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper.
  6. Dress & Serve: Gently toss the salad. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lime juice before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

4g

Carbs

14g