I Tried Eating This Black Bean Salad EVERY WEEK Instead Of Counting Calories!

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Farro is more nutritious, while brown rice is more economical.

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans offer similar nutrition, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is a cheaper alternative.

avocado

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Mashed peas provide creaminess at a lower cost.

Scoop out about 2 cups of black beans, using canned or homemade from an Instant Pot.

Add 1 cup of chopped mango to the salad.

Chop and add 2 ribs of celery.

Chop and add 3 to 4 green onions.

Chop and add 1 red bell pepper.

Chop and add 1 whole cucumber.

Mash 1/4 cup of black beans in a separate bowl to use as a dressing base.

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