Description
Mango Avocado Salad is a vibrant and refreshing salad combining sweet ripe mangoes, creamy avocados, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing. This colorful dish is perfect as a light and healthy lunch or a side dish to complement grilled meats and seafood, offering a delightful balance of sweetness, creaminess, and tang.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the diced mangoes, diced avocados, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro. Gently mix to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well emulsified and evenly blended.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly, taking care not to mash the avocado pieces to keep their texture intact.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for best freshness and vibrant flavor, or chill it in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to let the flavors meld slightly before serving.
Notes
- Add grilled shrimp or chicken to transform this salad into a complete protein-packed meal.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for extra tang and creaminess, enhancing the salad’s flavor profile.
- Enjoy fresh because avocado tends to brown when left out too long; if needed, prepare just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
