Black Bean Salad with Mango and Avocado

This Black Bean Salad with Mango and Avocado is perfect for a summer BBQ or potluck and topped with a super flavorful cilantro lime dressing.

You can’t do summer without a good old-fashioned Black Bean Salad! I make a variation of this salad every summer because I like mixing it up. This time, I decided to do a Black Bean Salad with Mango and Avocado, and it’s so tasty!

I love the sweetness the mango adds, and it pairs perfectly with the cilantro lime dressing  🙂

What Makes This Black Bean Salad So Good?

It’s definitely the dressing! I used my favorite Cilantro Lime Dressing, and it’s so flavorful, fresh, and easy to make. In the past, I usually dressed a salad like this with some salt, olive oil, and a squeeze of lime. That works great, but if you want to elevate it, this Cilantro Lime Dressing is definitely the way to go.

It’s also great because it’s full of fresh summer ingredients that are just begging to be enjoyed together 🙂

• Black beans – I used a can of black beans, drained and rinsed.
• Corn kernels – Either fresh or grilled will work!
• Cherry tomatoes – I sliced mine in half. If you don’t have cherry tomatoes, you can use regular or another variety of your choice.
• Mango and avocado – Picking the right mango is similar to picking the right avocado; you want the skin to give a bit when you push down, but not too much. If the mango is rock hard, it is underripe; if it’s too squishy, it’s probably overripe. There is a big seed in the middle of the mango, so you will need to cut chunks off around it, then score them with a knife and scoop them out.
• Red onion – I love red onion in my salads. It gives any salad a nice zing, but if you don’t enjoy it, feel free to leave it out.
• Olive oil
• Cilantro leaves
• Fresh lime juice
• Garlic 
• Salt
• Dijon mustard

Why Your Body Will Love It

• Digestive Health – Avocado is a great source of fiber, which promotes healthy digestion and helps our bodies feel full longer. It’s also high in potassium and healthy fats. Beans are high in insoluble fiber, which helps bulk up the digestive system and prevent constipation. The fiber in beans also acts as a prebiotic that feeds the good bacteria in the large intestine and carries out toxins in the system.
• Heart Health – Beans contain a significant amount of soluble fiber, which helps decrease cholesterol absorption in the bloodstream. Lowering the “bad” cholesterol in the body can greatly reduce the chances of a stroke or heart attack.
• Vitamins and Minerals – Mangoes are high in vitamin C, which boosts our immune system and protects against infections, and vitamin A, which supports eye health and immune function. They are also rich in potassium, which promotes healthy blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart disease. Mangoes also contain an antioxidant that protects the heart cells from damage. 
   

How To Make This Mango Avocado Salad

1. Add all dressing ingredients to a blender and blend until combined.
2. Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl and mix together. Pour dressing over salad and mix until all ingredients are coated. Enjoy!

How To Enjoy This Black Bean Salad With Mango and Avocado

You can enjoy this salad any way you desire! Here are a few ways I like to eat it:

• With chips
• In a tortilla, like a taco
• On top of a bed of greens
• On top of a veggie burger
• With a spoon 🙂

I hope you are all having a wonderful summer so far! I’m really, really enjoying being in a cooler climate this summer 🙂 We’re actually able to go outside any time of day, and it’s been so refreshing.

Have a question about this recipe? Ask me in the comments, and I’ll get back to you ASAP.

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Black Bean Salad with Mango and Avocado

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• Author: She Likes Food
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 6-8 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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This Black Bean Salad with Mango and Avocado is so flavorful and perfect for all your summer salad needs!

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Ingredients

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• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or grilled
• 1 heaping cup sliced cherry tomatoes
• 1 large avocado, diced
• 1 large mango, diced
• 1/4 cup diced red onion

CILANTRO LIME DRESSING:

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup

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Instructions

1. Add all dressing ingredients to a blender and blend until combined.
2. Add all salad ingredients to a large bowl and mix together.  Pour dressing over salad and mix until all ingredients are coated.  Enjoy however you like!

Notes

If planning to make this salad ahead of time, leave out the avocado until ready to serve and don’t dress until ready to serve.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins
• Category: Salad, Side, Vegan
• Method: No Cook
• Cuisine: American/Mexican