Cucumber, Mango, and Black Bean Salad

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 14
Refreshing Cucumber, Mango, and Black Bean Salad Recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can black beans , drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon water
1 mango , peeled and diced
1 cucumber , seeded and diced
1 jalapeno pepper , seeded and diced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/2 lime , juiced
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
211
Sugar
16g
Fat
1g
Cucumber, Mango, and Black Bean Salad is a fresh and delicious salad that is perfect for summer. The sweet and spicy flavors of the mango and jalapeno pepper are balanced out by the cooling and refreshing cucumber in this salad. The black beans add protein and nutrition to the dish making it satisfying and filling enough to serve as a main course or as a side dish. This salad is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for meal prep or for bringing to a summer BBQ.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin and water to create a paste.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine the black beans, diced mango, diced cucumber, diced jalapeno pepper, and chopped cilantro.
3.Add the cumin paste to the mixing bowl and mix well.
4.Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the top of the salad.
5.Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix well again before serving.

PROS

This salad is full of fresh, healthy ingredients that are packed with nutrition and flavor.

The combination of sweet and spicy flavors makes this salad a crowd-pleaser for all tastes.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the texture of the black beans in this salad.

This salad may not keep as well in the refrigerator as it is best served fresh.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of fiber, protein, and vitamins.
Black beans are high in antioxidants and may help to reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.
Mangoes are packed with vitamin C and may help to improve skin and eye health and boost the immune system.
Cucumbers are low in calories and high in vitamin K, which is important for bone health and blood clotting.

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