Tropical Black Bean Salad

Bursting with bold, refreshing flavors, this Tropical Black Bean Salad is a vibrant fusion of sweet, tangy, and savory that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with protein-rich black beans, juicy mango, and sweet pineapple, this colorful dish is brightened by the crisp crunch of red bell pepper and the zesty kick of jalapeño. Fresh cilantro and a citrusy lime dressing, lightly sweetened with honey and spiced with cumin, tie it all together in just 15 minutes of no-cook prep. Whether served as a side dish, topped on tacos, or scooped with tortilla chips, this easy-to-make salad is a perfect combination of wholesome ingredients and tropical flair. Ideal for summer gatherings, meal prep, or refreshing weeknight dinners, this healthy, gluten-free salad is as versatile as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz (canned, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 1 (ripe, diced) mango
• 1 cup (diced fresh or canned, drained) pineapple
• 1 (small, diced) red bell pepper
• 0.5 (small, finely diced) red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped fresh) cilantro
• 1 (small, seeded and finely diced) jalapeño
• 3 tbsp (freshly squeezed) lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned black beans thoroughly, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the mango and pineapple into small bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the black beans.

Step 3

Chop the red bell pepper and dice the red onion, then add them to the bowl as well.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and minced jalapeño (if you prefer less heat, remove the seeds). Add these to the salad mixture.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is well coated.

Step 7

Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Serve the Tropical Black Bean Salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy it as a side dish, a dip with tortilla chips, or a light meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1085.5 grams (1085.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	913

Total Fat 33.10g	42%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2502mg	109%
Total Carbohydrate 137.80g	50%
Dietary Fiber 31.80g	114%
Total Sugars 57.50g
Protein 28.00g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288mg	22%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 955mg	20%

*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: 31.0%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 57.4%