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Colorful Avocado Mango Salad with fresh ingredients and vibrant dressing.

Avocado Mango Salad with Zesty Lime

A bright and flavorful salad combining ripe mango, creamy avocado, and zesty lime that is perfect for warm weather meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Contemporary, Fresh
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 ripe mangoes, diced Choose mangoes that give slightly when pressed and smell sweet at the stem.
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced Look for avocados with a little give, but not mushy.
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced Thin slices give gentle bite; soak briefly in cold water to mellow sharpness.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Small, ripe tomatoes provide acidity and color contrast.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Brightens the salad with citrusy herb notes.
  • 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional) Use if you like a touch of heat; remove seeds for milder flavor.
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or cotija cheese (optional) Adds salty tang and creamy texture.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice Fresh lime makes the dressing pop.
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest Adds essential citrus oils.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use a good-quality extra virgin for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional) Balances acidity if mangoes are tart.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Adds extra flavor to the dressing.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the mango and avocado into bite-sized pieces. Slice the red onion thinly and halve the cherry tomatoes. Chop the cilantro.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a bowl or blender, combine lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, minced garlic, honey (if using), salt, and pepper. Whisk or blend until smooth.
Toss the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced mango, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Drizzle the lime dressing over and toss gently.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately, topping with crumbled cheese and garnishing with lime zest or jalapeño slices if desired.

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving to maintain texture and color. Keep avocado pieces slightly larger than the mango to prevent mashing.