Avocado Mango Salad with Zesty Lime Dressing for Summer Bliss Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Avocado Mango Salad tossed with a zesty lime dressing, perfect for a quick and healthy summer meal or side dish. This colorful salad combines creamy avocado, sweet mango, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp greens, accented by a tangy honey-lime dressing and optional feta cheese for a creamy finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 large mango, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 cups mixed greens or arugula
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base: In a large bowl, combine the diced avocados, diced mango, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and mixed greens or arugula. Gently stir to mix the ingredients carefully so as not to mash the avocado pieces.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, and cumin (if using) until the dressing is well blended and slightly emulsified.
- Toss the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss everything together to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the zesty dressing.
- Add feta cheese (optional): If desired, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad for a creamy contrast to the fresh, fruity flavors.
- Serve: Divide the salad into individual bowls and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors at their peak.
- Store leftovers: Place any leftover salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one day. Keep the dressing separate until ready to serve again to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- The avocado should be ripe but firm to hold its shape and avoid becoming mushy.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best bright flavor in the dressing.
- Feta cheese is optional but adds a nice creaminess and saltiness that complements the sweetness of the mango.
- For added crunch, consider adding toasted nuts such as almonds or pecans.
- Serve immediately after tossing for best texture; leftovers are best without the dressing until served again.
Keywords: avocado mango salad, summer salad, lime dressing, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, fresh salad
