Vegetarian Mango Avocado Salsa Salad
Sweet, creamy, and just a little bit spicy, this vibrant salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. Juicy mango and buttery avocado are the stars, but the English cucumber, red bell pepper, and fresh cilantro bring crunch and brightness that make every bite feel alive. The dressing is where things get interesting — a quick whisk of olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, cumin, and a touch of turmeric creates something tangy, warm, and subtly complex without any fuss. A little jalapeño is optional, but if you like a gentle kick, don't skip it. Because every ingredient here is whole and plant-based, there's no need to scan labels or second-guess anything — just chop, toss, and eat. The key technique is folding the avocado in last and serving it soon after dressing, so everything stays fresh and the avocado holds its shape instead of turning to mush. It works beautifully as a light lunch on its own or alongside grilled corn, tacos, or anything else coming off the stove.
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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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