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Fresh Black Bean Cowboy Caviar with Mango and Jalapeño

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A vibrant and refreshing salad combining creamy black beans, sweet mango, and spicy jalapeño with a simple lime and cumin dressing. Perfect as a side dish or topping for grilled meats and tacos.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked or canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
  • 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (leave seeds in for extra heat)
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 2 limes (about 4 tablespoons)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and drain the black beans thoroughly.
  2. Peel and dice the mango into roughly ½-inch cubes.
  3. Finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds if you prefer less heat), red bell pepper, and red onion.
  4. Chop the cilantro if using.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine black beans, mango, jalapeño, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
  7. Pour the dressing over the mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly without mashing the mango.
  8. Cover the bowl and let the cowboy caviar rest at room temperature or chill in the fridge for at least 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
  9. Before serving, give it a quick stir and adjust salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed. Add extra jalapeño or cayenne for more heat if desired.

Notes

Use a sharp knife to avoid crushing the mango. Let the salad marinate for at least 10 minutes for best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning. Adjust jalapeño seeds to control heat level.

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Keywords: black bean salad, cowboy caviar, mango salad, jalapeño, fresh salsa, summer salad, easy recipe, gluten-free, dairy-free, healthy salad

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