Ann and Jane - It Takes Two to Mango, Lime, Bean Salad

Whoops. This one came out before the french fries video but I didn't post it because I had planned on making the salad myself and would share the photo when done. I even bought the mangoes and lime, two items I usually don't keep around the house. But we wound up having lots of leftovers from dinners that I was eating for lunches and I forgot all about this. I used the cilantro in another meal, but I hesitate to open that refrigerator drawer and take a look at the mangoes and limes. Wish me luck.

The recipe comes from not only both books, as Jane stated, but it's also on Dr. Esselstyn's web site:

Mango-Lime Bean Salad

MAKES 2 SERVINGS

Everyone loves this, so double or even triple the recipe! It vanishes in a flash, and also works well as a salsa. It really is our all-time favorite summer salad. The red onion adds a dash of color and the zest (the peel) intensifies the lime flavor.

1 mango, peeled and diced

1 small red onion, diced to taste (start with 1/2)

1 15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

zest of 1 lime

1 juicy lime, squeezed

cilantro, a lot, 1/2 cup or more

Combine all ingredients. Serve on a bed of baby lettuce.