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Avocado Mango Salad with Zesty Lime Dressing

This vibrant avocado mango salad is bursting with flavors, featuring creamy avocados and ripe mangoes drizzled with a zesty lime dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Tropical
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 pieces ripe avocados, diced Look for firm avocados that yield slightly when pressed.
  • 2 pieces ripe mangoes, diced Opt for fresh, sweet mangoes.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved These add bursts of juicy sweetness.
  • 1/2 piece red onion, diced Soak in cold water if you want to tone down the sharpness.
  • 1 piece bell pepper, diced Use red or yellow for sweetness, green for savory.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped If you’re not a fan of cilantro, fresh parsley is a great substitute.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 pieces limes, juiced Freshly squeezed lime juice provides the zesty kick.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice for optimal flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Enhances all those vibrant flavors.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients. Ensure your avocados are ripe and ready.
  2. Dice the avocados, mangoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cilantro into bite-sized pieces.
Combining Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, mangoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and chopped cilantro.
Making the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Final Assembly
  1. Pour the zesty dressing over the salad and gently toss using a spatula or large spoon.
  2. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store diced avocados in lime juice to prevent browning. This salad is best enjoyed fresh.