Gut-Health Recipe: Avocado and Black Bean Salad

This vibrant, flavorful salad is packed with prebiotic fiber, making it as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for picnics, lunch, dinner, or even as a healthy snack with tortilla chips, it’s a tasty way to support your digestive health.

Updated November 11, 2024

This avocado and black bean salad is bursting with colors, flavors, and nutrient-rich ingredients that are not only satisfying but also supportive of digestive health. It’s easy to make in just a few steps, making it a go-to choice for busy weeknight dinners, refreshing lunches, or a shareable picnic salad. Pair it with tortilla chips for a hearty snack, or serve it as a side to your favorite grilled dishes!

So, what makes this salad gut-healthy?

This salad is packed with prebiotic fiber from black beans, corn, red pepper, and mango. Prebiotic fiber feeds beneficial bacteria in your gut, supporting a healthy digestive system. Black beans provide soluble fiber, which can aid in regulating digestion, while avocados are rich in healthy fats and fiber that help keep your gut running smoothly.

All these elements combine to create a dish that’s both delicious and beneficial for your digestive system.

Ingredients:

15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 medium red onion, diced
4 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 red pepper, diced
12 ounce canned corn, drained
2 avocados, peeled and chopped
1 mango, peeled and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small red chili, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
¼ cup olive or avocado oil

Directions:

Place the beans, onion, tomatoes, red pepper, corn, avocado, and mango into a large bowl and toss to combine.
Place the garlic, red chili, lime juice and oil in a bowl and whisk to combine.
Pour your dressing over all of your ingredients and mix.

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