Avocado and Mango Salad
Avocado and Mango Salad is a summertime delight! But it's so good that you'll want it any season. Juicy mango and creamy avocado are combined with slightly, spicy red onions, cilantro, and fresh greens. Then it's tossed with a tangy, sweet dressing.Whip up this simple to make, yet gourmet complex flavors in minutes! Add it to your home dinners, barbeques, and celebrations.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 20 ounces mixed greens (or chopped lettuce, spinach or arugula)
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (optional, for a bit of heat)
Salad dressing
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons agave or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, add mixed greens or chopped lettuce
- Finely chop the red onion and cilantro. Add to the bowl.
- If using, finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat), and add to the salad bowl.
- Dice the avocados and mangoes into bite-sized pieces, and add to the salad bowl.
- Gently combine the greens, diced avocados, mangoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad, avocado and mango mixture. Toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly. Serve immediately.
Notes
Tips:
Ripeness: Ensure the avocados and mangoes are ripe but firm to maintain their shape in the salad.
Storage: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to store it, cover tightly and refrigerate for up to one day to prevent the avocado from browning.
Ripeness: Ensure the avocados and mangoes are ripe but firm to maintain their shape in the salad.
Storage: This salad is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to store it, cover tightly and refrigerate for up to one day to prevent the avocado from browning.