Ginger Free Mango-Avocado Salad
Bright, creamy, and bursting with tropical flavor, this mango-avocado salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. Ripe mango and buttery avocado are a natural pairing, and the crisp cucumber and sharp red onion keep every bite interesting. A simple lime-honey dressing ties it all together with just enough tang and sweetness — no exotic spices or warming roots required. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to ginger, this is the kind of vibrant, fresh recipe that proves you're not missing a thing. The optional jalapeño adds a gentle kick if you want a little heat, and the whole salad comes together with minimal effort and zero cooking. Just fold everything together gently so the avocado stays in beautiful, intact cubes. Serve it immediately for the best texture, though the flavors are so good you probably won't have leftovers to worry about anyway.
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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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