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Tropical Mango and Avocado Salad
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this invigorating salad. Ripe, juicy mangoes lend a burst of sweetness, which perfectly contrasts with the creamy, buttery avocados. The addition of fresh cilantro and red onion adds an aromatic zest, while a simple, tangy lime dressing rounds out this vibrant dish. An ode to Central American cuisine, this salad is a refreshing appetizer or a light, nutritious meal perfect for summer days.
Ingredients
- Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice
- juice of 2 limes
- Fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup, chopped
- Red onion
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced
- Ripe avocado
- 1, pitted and diced
- Ripe mango
- 1, pitted and diced
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the diced mango, diced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Prepare the dressing in a separate bowl. Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
- Gently pour the dressing over the mango and avocado mixture. Toss the salad lightly to ensure all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
- Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients. If not serving immediately, add the avocado just before serving to prevent it from browning.
- Enjoy this tropical delight as a standalone meal or as a refreshing side dish with grilled chicken or fish.
Dietary Information
Servings: 2 Dish Type: Salad Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Calories: 300 Fat: 20g Carbs: 30g Protein: 3g Sodium: 300mg Sugar: 20g
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