Description
This Avocado Mango Salad with Zesty Lime Dressing is a vibrant celebration of fresh ingredients, combining creamy avocados and sweet mangoes with a tangy lime dressing. Perfect for any meal, it’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño (optional), thinly sliced
- ¼ cup of crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese (optional)
- 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon of lime zest
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of honey (optional)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Begin by washing all your fresh produce. Dice the two ripe mangoes and two avocados into bite-sized pieces, aiming for uniformity for better presentation. Thinly slice the red onion and halve the cherry tomatoes. Chop the cilantro finely. This should take about 10 minutes. Avoid browning the avocado by preparing it last, or toss it with a bit of lime juice.
- Make the Lime Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon of lime zest, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 minced garlic clove. If using, add 1 teaspoon of honey for a touch of sweetness. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until the mixture is emulsified and smooth, which should take about 1-2 minutes. Ensure the garlic is minced finely to avoid biting into large pieces.
- Toss the Salad: In a large serving bowl, gently combine the diced mango, avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle the prepared lime dressing over the top. Toss everything gently to avoid mashing the avocado, using a folding technique rather than vigorous stirring. This should take about 1-2 minutes; the salad should look colorful and well-coated.
- Serve and Garnish: To finish, transfer the salad to a serving platter. If desired, top with crumbled feta or cotija cheese for added creaminess. Garnish with additional lime zest or jalapeño slices for a pop of color and flavor. Serve immediately for the best texture, although it can sit for about 10 minutes without losing its appeal.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Choose ripe avocados and mangoes for the best flavor. If making ahead, prepare all ingredients but wait to add the dressing until just before serving to keep everything fresh and vibrant.