Sunny Caribbean Black Bean and Mango Dip
Brighten up your snack table with this vibrant Sunny Caribbean Black Bean and Mango Dip! This no-cook recipe combines protein-packed black beans with the tropical sweetness of fresh mango, the crunch of red bell pepper, and a zesty kick from lime and jalapeño. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a hint of cumin tie together the bold, sunny flavors, making this dip a perfect fusion of sweet, spicy, and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortless crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or even as a topping for tacos or grilled meat. Perfect for summer gatherings or a quick weeknight snack, this colorful Caribbean-inspired appetizer is sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans
- 1 Fresh mango
- 1 Red bell pepper
- 0.5 Red onion
- 0.25 cup Cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 Jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel and dice the mango into small chunks. Add them to the bowl with the black beans.
Dice the red bell pepper and finely chop the red onion. Add both to the bowl.
Finely chop the cilantro leaves and add them to the dip mixture.
Carefully deseed and finely dice the jalapeño pepper. Add it to the bowl for a spicy kick (optional: adjust the quantity based on your desired spice level).
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and ground cumin to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the bean and mango mixture. Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lime juice or salt as desired.
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a topping for tacos or grilled meat. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 757 mg | 16% | |
*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.
