Pineapple and Black Bean Salad

Bright, bold, and packed with flavor, this Pineapple and Black Bean Salad is a refreshing twist on classic salad recipes. Bursting with sweet, juicy pineapple chunks, hearty black beans, crisp red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this dish combines vibrant textures and tastes in every bite. A hint of jalapeño adds optional heat, while fresh cilantro and a tangy lime dressing infused with just a touch of olive oil and honey (optional) tie it all together. With only 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or as a light, healthy side dish. Serve it chilled for an irresistibly fresh and tropical experience your taste buds will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (diced) pineapple
• 1 can (15 oz, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium (finely chopped) red onion
• 0.25 cup (chopped) cilantro
• 1 small (minced, optional for heat) jalapeño
• 2 medium (juiced) lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon (optional for sweetness) honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, black beans, diced red bell pepper, and chopped red onion.

Step 2

Add the chopped cilantro and minced jalapeño, if using, to the bowl and mix well.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lime juice, salt, or honey to balance flavors.

Step 6

Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a side dish or on its own as a light, refreshing meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	933.4

Total Fat 32.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1322.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 61.6g
Protein 27.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.2mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 841.4mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 59.2%