Mango, Black Bean & Avocado Salsa Recipe for Summer Parties

Seriously… this salsa goes on (and with) everything!

Mango, Black Bean, and Avocado Salsa is PERFECTION!

Vegan? Add it to a salad or enjoy it on its own. Pescatarian? It’s perfect on fish tacos. Carnivore? Try it on grilled chicken—equally delicious.

With summer unofficially here, this salsa is a must-have for barbecues, picnics, lunches, dinners—really anytime. Add brown rice, quinoa, or any whole grain for a complete, satisfying meal.

Mango is packed with vitamin C, which supports immune health and can help maintain healthy blood pressure. Other vitamin C-rich foods include strawberries, papaya, broccoli, peppers, and oranges.

A taste of Taco Tuesday

Mango, Black Bean, Avocado Salsa
Recipe Type: Side dish, salsa, appetizer
Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten Free, Mexican-inspired
Author: Chelsey
Prep time:
Total time:
Serves: 4
Light, refreshing, and versatile—this salsa works as a side, a topping for fish or chicken, a salad boost, or a tasty snack on its own.
Ingredients
  • ¾ cup mango, diced small
  • 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed if canned)
  • ½ small avocado, cubed
  • ¼ small red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • 1 sprig cilantro, chopped
  • Dash of red chili pepper flakes
  • Pinch of black pepper (about 1/8 tsp)
  • Dash of salt (optional)
Instructions
  1. Prepare the mango, avocado, black beans, red onion, and cilantro. Place everything in a large bowl.
  2. Squeeze the juice from half a lime over the mixture.
  3. Season with red chili flakes, a pinch of black pepper, and a dash of salt if desired (omit salt if your beans are already salted).
  4. Gently toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 5 hours to let the flavors meld.
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Prepare the mango, avocado, black beans, onion, and cilantro. Combine in a large bowl.
Squeeze the juice from ½ lime.
Top with red chili flakes, salt if desired, and a pinch of black pepper.
Toss gently and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 5 hours.

Seriously… so simple. No reason not to make it—it’s fresh, colorful, and ready in minutes.

Enjoy! XO