1 - 1 1/2cupsfresh mangocut into 1/2-inch chunks, or use frozen
1/4sweet yellow onionsuch as Vidalia, finely diced (about 1 cup)
1/4cupscallions or chivesgreen parts only, finely chopped
1limejuice only, about 2 Tbsp.
1/4cupfresh cilantrochopped (optional)
1/4tsp. saltor more to taste
6leaveslarge Boston or butter lettuceoptional
6whole wheat tortillasoptional
Instructions
Cook the rice according to the package directions.
Remove the rice from the heat. (If you want to serve this salad immediately rather than allowing it to chill for a while, put the rice in the freezer for 5 minutes to cool it.)
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the beans, mango, onions, scallions, lime juice and cilantro (optional).
Add the rice, season it with the salt, and toss gently. Chill it for at least 10 minutes (an hour or more is ideal) and up to 24 hours.
Serve the salad on its own or wrapped in large lettuce leaves, warm tortillas, or both.
Notes
Do Ahead or Delegate: Cook (and refrigerate) the rice, defrost the mango if using frozen, or chop the mango if using fresh, dice the onion, chop the scallions, juice the lime, or fully prepare and refrigerate the dish.Scramble Flavor Booster: If it needs a little more flavor stir in a little honey or agave nectar, extra lime juice, and/or a little extra salt.Tip: If you don’t like raw onions, sauté the onions first until they are lightly browned. If you have picky eaters, put some of the beans and rice aside before combining all the ingredients and let them have simple black bean and rice burritos with mango on the side.Like this recipe? Check out The Scramble's family-friendly meal plans to see just how simple getting dinner on the table can be!