Breastfeeding Friendly Mango-Avocado Salad
Bright, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavor, this mango-avocado salad is the kind of dish that feels indulgent while actually doing your body a lot of good. Avocados bring healthy fats that support both your energy levels and your baby's development, while mangoes add a natural sweetness packed with vitamins. The English cucumber keeps things light and hydrating, and the honey-lime dressing ties it all together without any processed ingredients to second-guess. Cilantro and a touch of jalapeño (totally optional if you're keeping things mild) give the whole bowl a lively, fresh-herb lift that makes it feel like something you'd order at a restaurant. Everything gets gently folded together so the avocado stays in beautiful, buttery chunks rather than turning into guacamole. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required, which is a genuine blessing when you're running on limited sleep and need something nourishing fast. 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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