Caribbean-Style Mango and Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

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A vibrant Caribbean-inspired salad featuring sweet mango and hearty black beans, dressed with a zesty lime vinaigrette. This Caribbean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe mango, canned black beans, red bell pepper into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 large, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes ripe mango
1 cup, drained and rinsed canned black beans
1 medium, diced into 1/2-inch pieces red bell pepper
1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
3 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 large diced ripe mango, 1 cup drained and rinsed canned black beans, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Step 3: Pour the lime vinaigrette over the mango and bean mixture, then gently toss with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves until all ingredients are evenly coated and vibrant.
Step 4: Let the salad rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld before serving.