Black Bean and Mango Pineapple Salsa

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly fresh, Black Bean and Mango Pineapple Salsa is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings or anytime snacking. Packed with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this quick-to-make salsa combines hearty black beans with juicy mango, sweet pineapple, and a kick of heat from jalapeño. The addition of red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh cilantro adds layers of crunch and herbaceousness, while a drizzle of lime juice and olive oil ties everything together for a tangy, refreshing finish. Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for grilled fish, or a flavorful boost to your favorite tacos, this tropical-inspired salsa is ready in just 15 minutes and fits seamlessly into any healthy, plant-based menu. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, it's a versatile and delicious appetizer that’s sure to impress your family and friends!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 medium (diced) Mango
• 1 cup (diced) Pineapple
• 1 medium (diced) Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium (diced) Red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Cilantro leaves
• 1 small (seeded and minced) Jalapeño pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the black beans thoroughly, ensuring all excess liquid is removed.

Step 2

Peel and dice the mango into small cubes. Dice the pineapple into similarly sized pieces.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper and red onion finely. Mince the jalapeño pepper after seeding it for a mild heat level.

Step 4

Chop the cilantro leaves roughly, ensuring no large stems remain.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the black beans, mango, pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 6

Drizzle the lime juice and olive oil over the mixture, then sprinkle the salt and ground black pepper.

Step 7

Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly mixed, being careful not to mash the mango or beans.

Step 8

Taste the salsa and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, lime juice, or jalapeño as desired.

Step 9

Refrigerate the salsa for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, if possible.

Step 10

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled fish, or a fresh addition to tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(775.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	415.9

Total Fat 3.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1784.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 47.9g
Protein 15.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 188.7mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1139.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.6%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 79.7%