Penne Pasta with Black Beans and Mango

Brighten up your pasta night with this vibrant Penne Pasta with Black Beans and Mango recipe! Combining perfectly al dente penne with tender black beans, juicy ripe mango, and a colorful mix of red bell pepper and onion, this easy pasta salad is a refreshing twist on classic comfort food. Tossed in a zesty lime-cumin dressing and finished with fresh cilantro, it’s a delightful fusion of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors that’s perfect for a quick dinner or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this tropical-inspired dish is packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant color, making it an ideal choice for a healthy and flavorful vegetarian meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams penne pasta
• 1 cup black beans
• 1 large ripe mango
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly. Peel and dice the mango into small cubes. Dice the red bell pepper and red onion into similar-sized pieces. Chop the fresh cilantro finely.

Step 3

In a large serving bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta, black beans, mango, red bell pepper, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the pasta salad and toss again lightly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for a cooler option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1018.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1571.0

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1767.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 175.7mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1490.9mg	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: 20.2%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 68.3%