Showing posts with label Mango. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mango. Show all posts

Sunday, July 17, 2011

Black Bean Mango Salsa

Have you been getting your Mango on this summer?  Here are some juicy details on Mangoes in case you didn't know:

*High in Vit. A, C and B6.
*Contain fiber and calcium
*The phenolic compound found in mangoes has been found to have powerful antioxidant and anticancer properties. 
*Being high in iron, mango is said to be very good for pregnant women as well as for people suffering from anemia. (and Vegetarians!)
*Mango is believed to be effective in relieving clogged pores of the skin. 
*The vitamin A (beta-carotene), vitamin E and selenium present in mangoes provide protection against heart disease. 
*Mangoes have been found to be quite helpful in treating acidity and poor digestion.
*It is being said that the Vitamin E present in mango helps hormonal system function more efficiently and thus, boosts sex life. (Gotta Love That!) 
*The anti-inflammatory properties of mango might help alleviate asthma symptoms.

So Easy and Delicious!  (Click on photo to enlarge)

 Ingredients:
1 cup of organic black beans, rinsed
2 mangoes, seeded and chopped
4 green onions
1/4 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
handful of cilantro, washed and diced
1/2 lime squeezed
pinch of salt (optional)

Mix in a bowl and serve with your favorite chips!  Sluuurrrp!
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