Mango Black Bean Salad

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Mango Black Bean Salad is a delicious flavor combination that includes diced mangos, black beans, corn, avocado, and lime juice. This salad comes together quick and is great as a condiment or on its own!

Mango Black Bean Salad on a white plate.

If you love a good sweet and salty combination, you are going to love this Mango Black Bean Salad! Made with sweet ripe mango and a bit of spice, this is the perfect way to top tacos, burgers, or just eat it on its own.

For another delicious make-ahead salad, be sure to try this Farro Salad Recipe or this easy Pesto Pasta Salad. And, don’t miss my Lemon Orzo Salad or this delicious Bruschetta Salad. For a quick meal to go with this, check out these Cheesy Bean and Rice Burritos!

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Why this Recipe is the Best!

This Mango Black Bean Salad is the best because of the unique flavor combination. Using sweet mango with black beans and onion, topped with lime juice and taco seasoning, makes the perfect salad or salsa.

I like to put this salad (or salsa) on everything! You can eat it by itself, or use it as a condiment to top tacos, burgers, or use it in burrito bowls.

The combination of ingredients here can’t be beat. The creamy avocado mixed with sweet mango and black beans is really special. And the flavors seem to get better the longer they sit.

This is a great make ahead salad too. You can dice up all the fruit and veggies and let them marinate in the fridge until ready to serve. I like to serve mine with a sprinkle of cotija or feta cheese, depending on what I have on hand.

Mango Black Bean Salad in a white bowl with lime wedges and cilantro.

So, if you have some extra mangos and are craving something a bit different, give this salad a try. It’s sure to become a new favorite.

Ingredients

To make mango black bean salad you need: diced mangos, black beans, avocado, red onion, corn, olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, and taco seasoning.

Mango: use two fresh ripe mangoes for this recipe. Remove the mango skin and then dice into small chunks.
Black beans: canned black beans work great here. Just drain and rinse the beans before adding them to the salad.
Corn: corn adds a sweet crunch to this salad. I just use frozen corn that’s been defrosted. Fresh corn works great here too!
Cilantro: you either love or hate this herb. If you are on the hate side, you can either leave it out altogether or swap in chopped parsley.
Cotija cheese: I like to sprinkle this cheese on my salad before serving. This is optional, and crumbled feta works great here too.
Taco seasoning: taco seasoning is a simple and delicious way to add flavor to this salad. If you don’t have it, you can use a combo of your favorite spices like paprika, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne.

How to Make Mango Black Bean Salad

This recipe for mango black bean salad is super easy to put together. Once your produce is prepped, it’s just a matter of tossing it all together in a large bowl.

overhead photo of ingredients for the recipe in a glass bowl including cilantro, avocado, corn, and red onion.

What I love about this salad is that all of the ingredients just get thrown together in a large bowl. No need to do any extra work or prepare a separate dressing.

To prep the mango, I like to cut off a small part of the top and bottom of the mango. Then, I stand it up and use a sharp knife to remove the skin. From there, cut off the meat of the mango around the pit and dice into small chunks.

Be sure to drain and rinse the black beans before adding them into the salad. Simply pour the canned beans into a mesh sieve and rinse under running water until the water runs clear.

If you are preparing this salad ahead of time, don’t add the avocado until ready to serve. While the lime juice will help keep it from browning, you risk it getting mushy if you add it too soon.

Mango Black Bean Salad in a white bowl with cilantro and lime garnish.

Garnish the salad with slices of lime, a sprig of cilantro, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese. Serve by itself or with tortilla chips. Can also be used as a condiment for tacos, burritos bowls, and burgers.

Recipe Tips and FAQs

Always use lime juice (or lemon) when making a salad with avocado and other fruits to help keep the fruit from browning.
When making Mango Black Bean Salad ahead of time, add the avocado before serving.
If you aren’t a fan of cilantro, you can omit it entirely or use chopped parsley instead.
Add other fresh produce to this salad like bell peppers, tomatoes, or even diced pineapple.
This salad is a great served on its own, but it also delicious as a salsa or a condiment for tacos and burgers.

How to cut a mango?

To cut a mango, start by slicing off a small part of the top and bottom of the mango. Then, stand the mango up and use a sharp knife to peel off the skin. Cut the mango around the pit and dice into desired size.

Can you refrigerate mango?

There is no need to refrigerate mango. However, once the mango is ripe, refrigeration will help to slow down the ripening process and extend the life of your mango. Sliced mango should be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a week.

What to serve with mango black bean salad?

Mango black beans salad is delicious eaten on its own with a sprinkle of cotija cheese on top. You can also serve it as a salsa with tortilla chips or use it as a topping for your tacos or burgers. Add it to a burrito bowl along with chicken and rice for a delicious and slightly sweet bite.

Mango Black Bean Salad on a large serving spoon.

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