Mustard Free Mango Avocado Salsa Salad
Bright, juicy, and loaded with color, this mango avocado salsa salad is the kind of dish that makes people stop mid-conversation to ask what's in it. Sweet mango, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and crunchy red bell pepper all come together in one bowl, tossed with a zesty lime and honey dressing that ties everything together beautifully. The dressing is built entirely from olive oil, fresh lime juice, raw honey, cumin, and turmeric — no emulsifiers, no bottled condiments, and absolutely nothing that could sneak in a mustard derivative. That matters more than you might think, since many store-bought dressings and spice blends use mustard as a hidden thickener or flavor booster. Here, the cumin and turmeric do all the heavy lifting, giving the dressing a warm, earthy depth that plays perfectly against the brightness of the lime. A little jalapeño is optional if you want a gentle kick, and fresh cilantro adds that herby finish that makes the whole bowl feel alive. Fold in the avocado gently at the end and serve right away — this one is best eaten fresh, straight from the bowl.
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4 servings
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced into ½-inch cubes
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and diced into ½-inch cubes
- 1 english cucumber, diced into ½-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, turmeric, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.
- 2
Add the mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro to a large mixing bowl. Add the jalapeño, if using. Toss gently to combine.
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