Xanthan Gum Free Mango-Avocado Salad
Bright, tropical, and loaded with creamy avocado and juicy mango, this salad is the kind of dish that looks like it took serious effort but comes together in minutes. The dressing is a simple whisked blend of fresh lime juice, honey, and extra-virgin olive oil — nothing processed, nothing hidden, just clean pantry staples that let the produce shine. That matters a lot when you're avoiding thickeners and stabilizers, because so many bottled dressings sneak in additives that have no business being in a salad. Here, every ingredient is exactly what it says it is. Crisp English cucumber and thinly sliced red onion add crunch and a little bite, while fresh cilantro ties the whole bowl together with an herby lift. A diced jalapeño is optional but genuinely worth it if you want a little heat cutting through all that sweetness. Serve it immediately after tossing so the avocado stays perfectly cubed and the colors stay vivid — this one is as beautiful on the table as it is to eat.
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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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