Description
A refreshing avocado mango salad with a zesty lime dressing, perfect as a light meal or vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño (optional), thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese (optional)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Dice mangoes and avocados into bite-sized pieces, slice the onion, halve tomatoes, and chop cilantro.
2. In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, garlic, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. In a large bowl, combine mango, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
4. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
5. Serve immediately, topped with cheese and optional jalapeño slices or extra lime zest.
Notes
Use ripe but firm avocados so they hold their shape.
Adjust jalapeño amount to control spice level.
For a vegan version, omit cheese or use a plant-based alternative.