Description
This vibrant Mango Avocado Salad is a delightful mix of sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors. Perfect for a light and refreshing meal or as a side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup light coconut milk
- 1/4 teaspoon curry powder or more to taste
- 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup for vegan
- 1/8 teaspoon salt or to taste
Salad:
- 2 cups ripe mango, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup sweet red pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup minced red onion
- 1 cup butter lettuce leaves, torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tablespoons thin-sliced jalapeno (optional)
- 2 avocados, pitted and cubed
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Combine lime juice, lime zest, coconut milk, curry powder, and honey in a small jar. Shake well and add salt to taste. Set aside.
- Combine salad ingredients: In a mixing bowl, toss together mango, red pepper, red onion, lettuce, cilantro, jalapeno, and avocado.
- Add dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh. Prep ingredients ahead and combine just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
