Tropical Mango Avocado Salad
With its beautiful colors and vibrant, tropical flavors, this light and refreshing avocado mango salad is perfect for adding some sunshine to your summer meals. Perfectly ripe avocado and sweet mango come together with fresh cilantro and lime juice, a harmonious blend that begs to be part of your next cookout or casual summer gathering. For an extra bit of crunch, we highly recommend sprinkling your salad with toasted coconut flakes. You won't regret it!
The inspiration for this tropical salad came to me on a sweltering summer day, as I sat in my kitchen, daydreaming of faraway beaches and cool, refreshing treats. I had just returned from a trip to Mexico, where I indulged in countless fresh fruit salads, each one more tantalizing than the last. I knew I had to recreate those vibrant, tropical flavors in my own kitchen, so I set out to create a salad that would transport me back to those sun-soaked days. Countless trials and tweaks later, I finally perfected this avocado mango salad, a dish that beautifully captures the essence of a tropical summer. It's the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and refreshing, with just the right amount of crunch from the toasted coconut flakes. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • Ripe avocado, diced
  • Ripe mango, diced
  • Red onion, thinly sliced
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime juice
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Optional: toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the diced avocado, mango, and red onion.
  2. Add the chopped cilantro and lime juice to taste.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Gently toss to combine.
  5. For extra crunch, sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Why It Works
  • Ripe avocado and mango are a match made in culinary heaven, their creamy textures and sweet flavors complementing each other perfectly.
  • Fresh cilantro adds a vibrant, herbaceous note that brightens up the salad and balances the sweetness of the fruit.
  • Lime juice is essential for adding a touch of acidity and freshness, which helps to cut through the richness of the avocado and mango.
  • Red onion adds a bit of crunch and a subtle sharpness that balances the sweetness of the fruit.
  • Toasted coconut flakes add an extra layer of texture and flavor, providing a delightful contrast to the soft, creamy avocado and mango.