Barley Free Mango-Avocado Salad
Bright, tropical, and refreshingly light, this salad brings together creamy avocado, sweet mango, and crisp cucumber in a way that feels like a celebration on a plate. The zesty lime-and-honey dressing ties everything together with just the right balance of tang and sweetness, while a hit of jalapeño adds a gentle kick if you're in the mood for it. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of grains and grain derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved — just fresh, whole produce and a simple homemade dressing. The gentle folding technique in the instructions keeps those avocado cubes intact, so you get beautiful, buttery bites rather than a mushy mess. It's the kind of dish that looks impressive enough for a dinner party but comes together with almost no effort at all. Serve it immediately after dressing for the best texture and color.
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4 servings
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
- ⅓ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
- 2
Add the mango, avocado, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro to a large bowl. Add the jalapeño, if using.
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