Pregnancy Friendly Mango Avocado Salsa Salad
Bright, juicy, and loaded with color, this mango avocado salsa salad is the kind of dish that makes eating well feel genuinely exciting. Sweet mango, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and crunchy red bell pepper all come together in one big bowl, then get tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing with a hint of honey and warm spices. The combination of healthy fats from the avocado and olive oil alongside fresh fruit and vegetables makes this a particularly nourishing choice when your body has extra demands on it. Turmeric and cumin add gentle depth without overwhelming the fresh flavors, and the whole thing comes together with just a whisk and a fold — no heat required. The optional jalapeño lets you dial the spice up or down depending on how you're feeling that day, which is always a welcome bit of flexibility. Folding the avocado in last and serving promptly keeps everything looking as vibrant as it tastes. It works beautifully as a light lunch, a side alongside grilled protein, or honestly just scooped up with a spoon 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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