Description
Refreshing avocado mango salad delivers a tropical dance of colors and flavors that whispers summer’s embrace. Cool citrus notes and creamy textures invite you to savor each delightful bite of this fresh, light culinary escape.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
Herbs and Vegetables:
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
Seasonings:
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully slice ripe mangoes and avocados into uniform, bite-sized cubes, ensuring even texture and visual appeal.
- Mince red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño into delicate, finely chopped pieces to distribute flavors evenly throughout the salad.
- Transfer the diced fruit and vegetables into a spacious mixing vessel, creating a vibrant, colorful foundation.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice directly over the mixture, allowing the citrus to brighten and enhance the natural sweetness of the fruits.
- Sprinkle a measured amount of salt and freshly ground black pepper across the salad, then gently fold the ingredients together using a soft, sweeping motion to prevent bruising the delicate avocado.
- Cover the salad and place in the refrigerator, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and intensify their complementary flavors for approximately 30 minutes before serving.
- When ready to enjoy, give the salad a final gentle toss and present chilled, showcasing the beautiful medley of textures and colors.
Notes
- Swap jalapeño with mild bell peppers for a kid-friendly version that reduces spice while maintaining fresh flavor.
- Use pre-ripe avocados to ensure creamy texture without mushy consistency by selecting firm fruits with slight give when pressed.
- Create vegan-friendly option by adding roasted pumpkin seeds or toasted almonds for extra protein and crunch without changing core recipe.
- Prevent avocado browning by adding lime juice immediately after cutting to maintain bright green color and preserve freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg