Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer: Mango and Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients:

2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice of 2 limes
1 jalapeño pepper, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional for heat)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Tortilla chips or gluten-free crackers for serving

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, drained and rinsed black beans, finely chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, and chopped fresh cilantro.

Squeeze the juice of 2 limes over the mixture and gently toss to combine.

If you desire some heat, add the finely chopped jalapeño pepper to the bowl.

Season the Mango and Black Bean Salsa with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Before serving, give the salsa a final gentle stir.

Serve the Gluten-Free JOC Appetizer: Mango and Black Bean Salsa with tortilla chips or gluten-free crackers as a flavorful and gluten-free appetizer (joc appetizer) at your next gathering. Enjoy!