Refreshing Mango Salad with Avocado and Cilantro Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Mango Salad combining ripe mangoes, creamy avocados, and a zesty, lightly spiced dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, this salad balances sweetness, tanginess, and a hint of spice in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons honey
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Salad
- 2 mangoes, chopped
- 2 avocados, chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large serving bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is well combined and emulsified, creating a smooth and flavorful dressing.
- Combine the Salad Ingredients: Add the chopped mangoes, avocados, diced red onions, and chopped cilantro directly into the bowl with the dressing.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together, ensuring the fruit and herbs are evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and textures.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm mangoes to prevent the fruit from becoming mushy.
- For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts like cashews or almonds.
- Serve this salad chilled for a refreshing taste, especially on warm days.
- Adjust chili powder according to your preferred spice level.
- Consume soon after preparation to maintain texture and freshness of avocado and mango.
