Mango Salsa Black Bean Bowls (Printer View)

A vibrant bowl of sweet mango salsa, black beans, and fresh toppings for a colorful plant-based meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Mango Salsa

01 - 1 large ripe mango, diced
02 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
05 - Juice of 1 lime
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ Black Beans

07 - 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed
08 - 1 teaspoon olive oil
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Bowl Base & Toppings

13 - 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
14 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
16 - 1 avocado, sliced
17 - 1/4 cup radishes, thinly sliced
18 - Extra lime wedges, for serving

# Method:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced mango, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, fresh lime juice, and sea salt. Toss gently until evenly mixed and set aside to allow the flavors to develop.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until aromatic. Add drained black beans, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes until beans are thoroughly heated. Remove from heat.
03 - Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa among four serving bowls. Layer each with prepared black beans, mango salsa, cherry tomato halves, diced cucumber, avocado slices, and thinly sliced radishes.
04 - Garnish each bowl with lime wedges and serve promptly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find ingredients in your pantry or produce drawer
  • Ready to eat in just about 30 minutes
  • Vegan gluten-free and high in plant protein
  • Customizable with your favorite grains or veggies
02 -
  • High in plant-based protein and fiber for lasting energy
  • Perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners
  • Free of dairy gluten and nuts making it inclusive for most diets
03 -
  • Layer the grains while still slightly warm to soak up some salsa juices
  • Always use fresh herbs and citrus for the brightest flavor
  • Taste your mango first and adjust the lime and salt so every bite pops

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