Black Bean Luau Salad

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this vibrant and refreshing Black Bean Luau Salad! Bursting with bold flavors and nutritious ingredients, this recipe combines protein-packed black beans, juicy pineapple chunks, sweet mango, crisp red bell pepper, and aromatic cilantro, all tossed in a zesty lime-honey dressing. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and a touch of spice, this no-cook salad is served atop a crisp bed of romaine lettuce and can be topped with optional toasted coconut flakes for a delightful crunch. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate tropical-inspired dish for summer gatherings, healthy lunches, or light dinners. Keywords: Black Bean Salad, Tropical Salad, Healthy Summer Recipe, Pineapple and Mango Salad, No-Cook Salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz (1 can, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 1.5 cups (fresh or canned, drained) pineapple chunks
• 1 medium (about 1 cup) mango, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 2 whole lime, juiced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 0.25 cup optional toasted coconut flakes

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, pineapple chunks, diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped cilantro.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, making sure everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

When ready to serve, line a serving platter or individual plates with a bed of chopped romaine lettuce.

Step 6

Spoon the black bean luau salad over the lettuce.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this tropical-inspired salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	937 grams (937.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1030

Total Fat 68.70g	88%
Saturated Fat 38.00g	190%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1561mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 95.30g	35%
Dietary Fiber 28.70g	102%
Total Sugars 54.60g
Protein 18.30g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239mg	18%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1800mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 6.8%

Carbs: 35.5%