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The American Heart Association is the largest voluntary health organization dedicated to defeating heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. Their mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular disease and stroke, which are the Nation's #1 and #5 killers.

To help jump start your healthy heart, check out this delicious recipe, let us know how you like it.

 Mango, Avocado and Black Bean Salad    

  

Ingredients

• 15 oz. canned, no-salt-added black beans (1 can), drained, rinsed
• 15.25 oz. canned, no-salt-added or low-sodium whole kernel corn (1 can), drained, rinsed
• 1 cup avocado (1 medium or 2 small), halved, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 mangos (about 2 cups), cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces OR
• 1/2 small red or white onion (about 1/4 cup), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 red or green bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
• 1 or 1/2 jalapeño pepper, stems discarded, seeded, finely chopped, optional
• 1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
• 3 Tbsp. fresh or bottled lime juice
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder
• 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp. salt

   Directions       

1. Wash and dry lettuce, then chop or tear into 2 inch pieces and divide into 6 bowls or plates.
2. Combine the black beans, corn, mango, avocado, onions and jalapeño pepper. Do not mix until you add the dressing.
3. Combine the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, chili powder, black pepper and salt together in a jar with a secure lid, shake together until mixed well and pour over the mango and avocado mixture.
4. Toss gently to coat and serve over the lettuce and mixed greens.

Additional Tips

Keep it Healthy: When using canned beans, drain and rinse under cold water for a minute to remove some of the sodium.

Tips:

• This salad will keep in the refrigerator for a few days and the flavors keep improving.
• You can serve this with crunchy vegetables like cucumbers and/or jicama, cut into ¼ inch slices and used like chips.
• You can also enjoy this in a sandwich or wrap. It is a great dish to bring to potlucks or picnics.

 

Recipe copyright © 2016 American Heart Association. This recipe is brought to you by the American Heart Association's Simple Cooking with Heart ® Program. For more simple, quick and affordable recipes, visit heart.org/simplecooking.