Avocado Mango Salad Recipe
Description:
A vibrant, refreshing, and healthy salad made with ripe avocados, sweet mangoes, red onions, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing. This salad is perfect as a side dish, light lunch, or even a topping for grilled fish or chicken.
Time Required:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: None
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2–4 people
Ingredients:
Salad:
1 large ripe avocado, diced
1 large ripe mango, diced
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, diced (optional
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Optional: 1 small jalapeño (finely chopped, if you like spice)
Lime Dressing:
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Ingredients
Dice the avocado and mango into similar-sized cubes.
Thinly slice the red onion.
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
If using, dice the cucumber and chop the jalapeño.
Chop the fresh cilantro or parsley.
Step 2: Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
Lime juice
Olive oil
Honey (or maple syrup)
Salt and pepper
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 3: Combine the Salad
In a large bowl, gently combine all salad ingredients.
Pour the dressing over the top.
Toss carefully to avoid mashing the avocado.
Step 4: Serve
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes.
Garnish with extra herbs or a sprinkle of chili flakes if desired.
Q&A — Common Questions
Can I make this salad ahead of time?
It’s best served fresh because avocados tend to brown. However, you can prep the other ingredients and store them separately. Add the avocado and dressing just before serving.
What can I serve this with?
Grilled chicken or shrimp
Fish tacos
Rice bowls
Quinoa or couscous
Tortilla chips as a chunky salsa alternativeCan I use lemon instead of lime?
Yes! Lemon juice works well as a substitute, though lime pairs more naturally with mango and avocado.
Is it vegan-friendly?
Yes — just use maple syrup instead of honey in the dressing.
How do I keep avocados from browning?
Add the lime juice as soon as possible after cutting the avocado. Acid slows browning. Also, serve shortly after mixing.
Can I make it spicy?
Definitely. Add diced jalapeño, a dash of chili flakes, or hot sau
ce for heat