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Coleslaw mix—a combination of shredded cabbage and carrots—makes this healthy lunch salad recipe quick to prepare. The coleslaw-bean mixture can also be used as a delicious taco topping.
Prep/Cook Time: 15 Minutes, Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1 cup coleslaw mix
- ¾ cup diced ripe but firm mango
- ½ cup rinsed canned black beans
- 2 tablespoons salted pepitas
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 8 leaves Boston lettuce
Directions
- Combine coleslaw mix, mango, black beans, pepitas, red onion, vinegar and oil in a medium bowl. Serve the bean mixture on a bed of lettuce.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: 382 Calories, Total Fat: 18 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 0 mg, Carbohydrates: 49 g, Fiber: 11 g, Total Sugars: 26 g, Added Sugars: 0 g, Protein: 13 g, Sodium: 326 mg, Potassium: 909 mg, Folate: 198 mcg, Calcium: 113 mg
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