Step into a culinary adventure where flavors dance and textures intertwine in perfect harmony. Our Black Bean Mango Chicken Salad offers a vibrant medley of colors, tastes, and textures that will tantalize your palate.
This delectable dish combines succulent chicken, plump black beans, juicy mango, crisp red onion, and fresh cilantro, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a refreshing summer meal, or a healthy snack, this salad delivers satisfaction in every bite.
Savor the tender chicken, perfectly cooked and seasoned to bring out its natural flavors. The black beans add a hearty texture and a boost of protein, while the sweet mango provides a tropical twist. The red onion adds a subtle sharpness, and the cilantro offers a touch of herbaceousness that ties all the ingredients together.
The tangy dressing, made with lime juice, olive oil, honey, and spices, complements the salad perfectly. Its citrusy brightness cuts through the richness of the chicken and beans, while the honey adds a touch of sweetness that balances out the acidity.
You'll also find variations of this recipe in the article, including a spicy version with jalapeño peppers for those who crave a kick of heat. For a vegetarian option, you can easily swap out the chicken for tofu or chickpeas. And if you're short on time, there's a quick and easy version that uses rotisserie chicken.
BLACK BEAN-MANGO SALAD
This fresh mango salad is a lively side dish for chicken or fish. Simple to put together and pack for a picnic, it's a yummy way to slip more fruit and veggies into meals.-Donna Hollon, Port Orchard, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BLACK BEAN & MANGO CHICKEN SALAD
Add a refreshing note to summer meals with this main-dish salad of grilled chicken chunks, black beans, mangos, corn, lime juice, cilantro and Italian dressing.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 10 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 21 g
BLACK BEAN CHICKEN SALAD
A refreshing mix of beans, garden veggies and chicken is tossed with a light lime vinaigrette in this satisfying salad that's sure to be a winner on hot summer days! Jean Ecos of Harland, Wisconsin shared the recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, chicken, beans, tomatoes, green pepper, onion and cheese. In a blender or food processor, combine the vinaigrette ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Pour over salad and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BLACK BEAN AND MANGO CHICKEN SALAD
I adapted a previous version of this great salad to include some really awesome and complimentary flavors to the grilled chicken, the mangos - and of course, to the black beans. Plus, this is a great way to get rid of leftover grilled or roasted chicken.
Provided by stephanierndos
Categories Mango
Time 14m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the salad;
- Toss all ingredients in large bowl. Refrigerate. Serve with baked tortilla crisps if desired.
- For the Tortilla crisps;
- 1. Preheat the oven to 425°F Coat rimmed baking sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Coat the tortillas on both sides with the cooking spray. Cut each tortilla into thin strips (pizza cutter works great) and place on the baking sheets. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until golden. Allow to cool then store in an airtight container until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 871.5, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 1062.6, Carbohydrate 127.6, Fiber 14.4, Sugar 19.5, Protein 34.7
SECOND PLACE: WARM CHICKEN, RICE AND BLACK BEAN SALAD WITH MANGO MOJO DRESSING
Steps:
- For the chicken: In large saucepan, melt the butter. Add the almonds and saute until golden. Add rice and cook 1 minute more. Stir in chicken stock and cover saucepan. Let simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked. Mix in cilantro, chicken, scallions, beans, avocado and diced pepper.
- For mango mojo dressing: In small heavy skillet over medium heat place the cumin seeds and toast until fragrant (about 2 minutes). In mini food processor combine the toasted cumin, garlic, chili, and salt. Grind to coarse paste. Add olive oil, mango, orange juice and lime juice.
- Return mixture to skillet and heat until warm.
- Drizzle chicken mixture with half the mango mojo dressing and toss. Spoon into serving dish and garnish with red pepper and cilantro sprigs.
Tips:
- Use ripe mangoes for a sweeter flavor.
- If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can easily boil or shred some boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
- Feel free to add other ingredients to your salad, such as chopped cucumber, avocado, or red onion.
- For a more flavorful salad, marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, and chili powder for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the dressing.
Conclusion:
Black Bean Mango Chicken Salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is also very easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying salad that will help you stay healthy and energized.
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