Black Beans with Mango Sauce

Elevate your meal routine with this vibrant and flavor-packed recipe for Black Beans with Mango Sauce! This dish pairs tender black beans with a silky, tangy-sweet mango sauce made from ripe mangoes, zesty lime juice, and a touch of honey or agave. A dash of ground cumin adds a warm, earthy depth, while fresh cilantro and caramelized red onions infuse every bite with bold, aromatic notes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile dish is perfect as a stand-alone vegan entrée or as a topping for rice, tortillas, or salads. Don't forget the optional avocado garnish for a creamy finish that takes this tropical-inspired dish to the next level! Whether you're meal prepping or whipping up a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is your go-to for healthy and irresistible flavor. Keywords: black beans, mango sauce, quick vegan recipes, tropical flavors, healthy dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups black beans (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 medium mango (ripe, peeled, and diced)
• 0.5 cup red onion (finely diced)
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 large avocado (optional, sliced for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small blender or food processor, combine the diced mango, lime juice, honey or agave syrup, ground cumin, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Blend until smooth to create the mango sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lime juice or honey to balance sweetness and acidity.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté the red onion for 3-4 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 4

Add the cooked black beans to the skillet and stir to combine. Heat for 5-6 minutes until warmed through.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and pour the mango sauce into the skillet with the black beans. Stir to coat the beans evenly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to marry the flavors.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh cilantro.

Step 7

Serve warm as a standalone dish, or pair with rice, tortillas, or a side salad. Optionally, top with slices of fresh avocado for added creaminess.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	797.9 grams (797.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	869

Total Fat 52.70g	68%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1199mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 108.50g	39%
Dietary Fiber 19.00g	68%
Total Sugars 79.40g
Protein 8.50g	17%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 4mg	20%
Potassium 1736mg	37%

*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: 50.3%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 46.1%