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    Modified: Jun 3, 2024 · Published: May 16, 2015 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa

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    These sweet, smoky, and spicy Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa are loaded with flavor. Perfect for a light lunch!

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    "I love the combination of flavors! I ate this for lunch several times this week - so healthy and satisfying! - Maria"

    I have been in a lettuce wrap mood lately, especially taco lettuce wraps. They are perfect for this time of year when soup doesn't satisfy the same way it did in the winter months, and salads are my seasonal go-to meal.

    I love anything that is sweet and spicy: dark chili chocolate bars, curry, vegetables with coconut milk, sweet and spicy BBQ sauce - you get the idea.

    For these Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps, I have combined smoky, spicy chipotle with sweet maple syrup. Then, I made a sweet and spicy mango salsa to accompany the beans.

    Oh man, talk about heaven! You may want to double this recipe, it is so good.

    You can also make the black bean mixture into a Chipotle Black Bean Dip and eat it with tortilla chips or a loaded sweet potato.

    Another recipe with mangos is my Easy Mango lemonade. Other wrap recipes are my Vegan Asian Lettuce Wraps and Vegan Collard Wrap with Hummus.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love Them
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
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    • Vegan Taco Recipes
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love Them

    • These healthy lettuce wraps have all the flavors of tacos but with a healthier vessel.
    • They are sweet and spicy.
    • They're an easy weeknight meal.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Black Bean Lettuce Wrap ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Chipotle peppers and adobo sauce: Add a smoky spicy flavor. If you're corn intolerant, like I am, make sure to read the labels. Some brands have corn oil.
    • Maple syrup: Adds sweetness.
    • Vegetable broth: I like to use low-sodium vegetable broth so that I can control the amount of sodium.
    • Tamari: I like to use low-sodium gluten-free tamari so that I can control the amount of sodium. You could also use soy sauce, liquid aminos, or coconut aminos.
    • Black beans: You could also use pinto beans.
    • Olive oil: For cooking the onions.
    • Onion: I used a yellow onion, but a white onion or red onion would be fine as well.
    • Salt and black pepper: Enhances flavors and adds flavor. I like to use sea salt.
    • Lettuce leaves: I used red leaf lettuce. Iceberg lettuce, collard greens, and romaine lettuce leaves would also work. Large lettuce leaves work best.
    • Avocado (optional): For serving. Adds creamy flavor and balances out the spicy flavors.
    • Mango salsa: For serving. I used my Homemade Mango Habanero Salsa. You could use a store-bought mango or pineapple salsa.

    To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Cooked chopped onions in a skillet.
    Black beans, chipotle pepper, and onions in a pan.

    Step 1: Heat a skillet on medium heat. Add olive oil and onions. Saute until translucent.

    Step 2: Add chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, black beans, maple syrup, vegetable broth, tamari, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

    Black bean mixture that's been cooked down in a pan.

    Step 3: Cook until the liquid is dissolved. Mash some of the beans, if desired.

    Pile the black bean filling on top of lettuce leaves, along with avocado slices, and mango salsa. You could also garnish the wraps with fresh cilantro.

    Other Sweet and Spicy Recipes

    • Vegan Teriyaki Reuben with Spicy Thousand Island Dressing
    • Maple Chipotle Cashews
    • Vegan Southwest Bowl recipe
    Lettuce Wraps on a plate.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is the best leafy lettuce for lettuce wraps?

    Romaine lettuce, Bib lettuce, Red Leaf lettuce, and Boston lettuce are all good choices for these vegan black bean lettuce wraps.

    Vegan Taco Recipes

    • Vegan Black Bean Jicama Tacos
      Vegan Black Bean Jicama Tacos
    • Spicy Tofu Tacos on a cutting board with a ramekin of salsa next to them.
      Spicy Tofu Tacos
    • Cornmeal Baked Avocado Tacos on a plate.
      Cornmeal Baked Avocado Tacos
    • BBQ Tempeh Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Guacamole
      BBQ Tempeh Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Guacamole

    If you tried this Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa
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    Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa

    These sweet, smoky, and spicy Maple Chipotle Black Bean Lettuce Wraps with Mango Salsa are loaded with flavor. Perfect for a light lunch!
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican inspired
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 211kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce 
    • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
    • 4 teaspoons maple syrup
    • ¼ cup low sodium vegetable broth
    • 2 teaspoons low sodium gluten free tamari
    • 15 ounce can black beans
    • 1  tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ cup chopped onions
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Lettuce leaves - I used red leaf

    For serving

    • Sliced avocado (optional)
    • Mango Salsa
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    Instructions

    • Heat olive oil in a pan and add chopped onions. Cook until translucent.
    • Add black beans, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, maple syrup, vegetable broth, tamari, and salt and pepper. Stir. Cook until the liquid is dissolved. Mash the beans slightly if desired.
    • On lettuce leaves, pile on maple chipotle black beans, sliced avocado, and mango salsa.

    Notes

    The black bean mixture will last 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 761mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1160IU | Vitamin C: 42.1mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 2.4mg
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    1. Maria says

      July 08, 2018 at 5:46 pm

      I love the combination of flavors! I ate this for lunch several times this week - so healthy and satisfying!5 stars

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        July 10, 2018 at 2:00 pm

        Thanks Maria!

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    2. Becki S says

      December 04, 2015 at 7:27 am

      Yum! I love anything with mangos and these look amazing. thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    3. Chelsea @ Olive & Ivy says

      December 03, 2015 at 2:02 pm

      This sounds seriously amazing! I may have to save myself for when mangos are in season again... I can't wait!

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 03, 2015 at 2:11 pm

        Thanks! I hope you like it!

        Reply
    4. Nicole Underwood Gonzalez says

      December 03, 2015 at 5:56 am

      Whoa! This recipe sounds amazing!

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 03, 2015 at 11:12 am

        Thanks!

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    5. Julie@MomFabulous says

      December 02, 2015 at 6:22 pm

      This sounds so yummy! I love lettuce wraps.

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2015 at 6:40 pm

        Me too! During certain times of the year, like summer, I gravitate to lettuce wraps more than tacos or burritos!

        Reply
    6. Alyssa says

      December 02, 2015 at 3:45 pm

      Yum! I made my family vegetarian tacos by accident the other day (I went to the store for ingredients and bought everything except the meat - oops!) and they loved them! They said they'd rather have bean & rice tacos from now on. I'll have to try this recipe!

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2015 at 4:12 pm

        Wow! I love that when that happens! That is one of my goals - to show people that vegan food is delicious, and you don't need the meat!

        Reply
    7. Julie @ Girl on the Move says

      December 02, 2015 at 2:59 pm

      I'm obsessed with all things mango so I definitely need to add this to my list of recipes to try!

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2015 at 4:10 pm

        I love mango too! I also love sweet and spicy, and this mango salsa has a touch of spice.

        Reply
    8. mommygorun says

      December 02, 2015 at 12:19 pm

      These look delicious!

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    9. Mrs. Ipockolypse says

      December 02, 2015 at 9:00 am

      This looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.

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      • Willow Moon says

        December 02, 2015 at 4:08 pm

        Thanks! I hope you like it!

        Reply

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