Sunday, May 29, 2011

Mango and Avocado Salad

Mango, Avocado and Black Bean Salad with Lime Dressing

 http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/2170

Serves 6

Tropical flavors of mango and citrus complement black beans in this colorful salad.

Ingredients

2 ripe but firm avocados, halved, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons lime juice, divided
2 ripe but firm mangoes, peeled and cubed
1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and finely chopped
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added black beans, rinsed and drained

Method

Gently toss avocado with 1 tablespoon of the lime juice in a medium bowl. Add mango and jalapeño and gently toss to combine. Set aside.

Whisk together remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice, zest, cilantro, salt, pepper and sugar in a large bowl. Whisk in oil until thoroughly combined to make a thick dressing. Add avocado mixture and black beans and toss gently. Spoon salad onto plates, garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Per serving: 240 calories (130 from fat), 15g total fat, 2g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 27g total carbohydrate (8g dietary fiber, 11g sugar), 5g protein

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