Fruity Black Bean Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 small papaya, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes*
• 1/2 red or green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 large ripe avocado, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Combine black beans and next 5 ingredients in a glass bowl. Whisk together rind and remaining ingredients in a small bowl, and drizzle over bean mixture. Toss gently to coat. Cover and chill salsa until ready to serve.
2. *1/2 (24-ounce) jar papaya available in the produce section of your supermarket may be substituted for fresh papaya. If you can't find papaya, substitute 2 ripe mangoes, cubed.