Description
Refreshing avocado mango salad delights palates with its Caribbean-inspired medley of creamy and tropical ingredients. Crisp vegetables and tangy lime dressing elevate this simple yet elegant dish you’ll crave all summer long.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tbsps fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- ½ tsp cumin (optional, for extra depth)
- 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese (optional, for a salty contrast)
- ¼ cup toasted almonds or cashews (optional, for crunch)
Instructions
- Dressing Creation: Whisk lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, chili flakes, and cumin in a mixing bowl until a smooth, vibrant emulsion forms, blending the ingredients into a harmonious seasoning.
- Ingredient Preparation: Dice avocado and mango into precise cubes, then slice red bell pepper, red onion, and cucumber into delicate, uniform pieces, ensuring each component maintains its structural integrity.
- Salad Assembly: Gently combine the chopped produce in a large bowl, carefully folding the ingredients to preserve their individual textures and prevent bruising of the delicate fruits and vegetables.
- Herb and Seasoning: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro across the colorful mixture, distributing the aromatic herb evenly to infuse the salad with a bright, zesty undertone.
- Dressing and Finishing: Drizzle the prepared lime dressing over the salad, then tenderly toss to coat each ingredient, followed by garnishing with crumbled feta or cotija cheese and toasted nuts for added creamy and crunchy complexity.
- Serving: Present the salad immediately to capture its peak freshness, allowing the vibrant tropical and tangy flavors to shine in a visually stunning and palate-pleasing composition.
Notes
- Choose Ripe Fruits: Select avocados and mangoes that yield slightly to gentle pressure, ensuring optimal sweetness and creamy texture without bruising.
- Prevent Browning: Toss avocado cubes in lime juice immediately after cutting to maintain their bright green color and prevent oxidation.
- Balance Flavors Carefully: Adjust dressing ingredients gradually, tasting as you mix to achieve the perfect balance between tangy, sweet, and spicy notes.
- Texture Preservation: Cut vegetables and fruits just before serving to maintain crisp texture and prevent soggy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg