This Avocado Mango Salad is vitamin-loaded and ready in 15 minutes. Dip with chips, or add to tacos, or main dishes for a zesty tang and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for summer potlucks, barbecues, and picnics. Optional edamame for protein.
3tablespoonsfinely diced red onion(about one-half small onion)
1mediumjalapeñoseeded and finely diced
¼cupthinly sliced basil leaves(chiffonade)
3tablespoonschopped cilantro
1tablespoonsesame oilor neutral flavored oil
Zest of 1 lime
¼cuplime juice(about 1 lime)
1teaspoonmaple syrupor to taste
¼teaspoonsaltor to taste
Tortilla chipsfor serving (optional)
Instructions
Mix: Add the mangoes, edamame, strawberries, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, basil, and cilantro to a large bowl.
Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk the sesame oil, lime zest and juice, maple syrup, and salt to taste.
Combine: Add the lime dressing to the salad. Mix gently until fully incorporated.
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Notes
Mangoes: Ataulfo or Champagne are best suited for this recipe, but most types will work.
Do not use overly ripe fruit or avocado or the salad will be mushy.
For non-spicy, omit the jalapeño.
For oil-free, omit the sesame oil.
Chop the fruit evenly into small pieces to ensure a bit of everything ends up on your chip!
Finely chop the onion and jalapeño so they don't overpower the dish.
If you plan on having leftovers, add the avocado to the served portion only, and refrigerate the remaining salad without avocado in an airtight container for up to 4 days.