Monday, June 1, 2009

Mango and Black Bean Salsa

This salsa is very versatile and compliments so many dishes. Use this salsa with grilled shrimp, chicken or any seafood. It also goes well with pork. Makes about 3 cups.

Ingredients:

1 Mango, peeled, pitted, and finely diced
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 small red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
2-3 limes, juiced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 1/2 T honey
1/4 cup olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Combine all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper and refrigerate, covered until ready to use. This can be prepared 1 day in advance. Bring to room temperature for service. Enjoy!

2 comments:

  1. Do you have any suggestions as to substitutions for cilantro in this recipe and others like it? My husband hates cilantro and I'm not sure if I should put something else in it's place or just leave it out.

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  2. Jessica,

    Yes you can substitute the cilantro with parsley or mint. You can also leave it out completly. The cilantro just brings together the caribbean and mexican flavors. I hope you enjoy.

    Chef Erik

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