Reprinted with permission from ChefV.com

My Grilled Mango Salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It combines the hearty flavor of black beans with the luscious richness of mangoes and avocado, all in a healthy salad, perfect before or after a Chef V Cleanse.

Chef V’s tip: Add grilled chicken or fish for more protein!   – Veronica

Ingredients

  • 1 to 2 mangos, peeled and cut into thick slices
  • 4 cups mixed greens (use your fav!)
  • 1/2 cup red onion
  • 1 cup cooked and cooled or 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Lime Dressing
grilled mango salad

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Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan on a stove over medium-high heat.
  2. Place the mango sliced on the grill rack or pan and cook for 1 minute, or until grill marks appear.
  3. Transfer to a cutting board and cut the grilled mango into smaller chunks.
  4. Plate the greens and top with grilled mango, red onion, and black beans.
  5. Drizzle with dressing and serve.

Cilantro Lime Dressing 

Cilantro Lime Dressing 

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons cold-pressed olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons cold filtered water

For Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette, process all ingredients in a Vitamix until smooth and well combined. Will keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use.