Avocado Mango Salad
Avocado Mango Salad - a refreshing summer salad that’s bursting with color and flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy dish combines creamy avocado, sweet mango, peppery arugula, toasted pine nuts, and a zesty honey-lime dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, potlucks, or as a light lunch, this Avocado Mango Salad is a nutritious, crowd-pleasing summer salad that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or stands alone as a wholesome snack. Follow our easy recipe to create this vibrant masterpiece!
Ingredients
For the Honey-Lime Dressing:
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Salad:
- 5 oz arugula
- 1 ripe mango peeled, pitted, and diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 avocado peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup pine nuts toasted
Instructions
- Toast Pine Nuts: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread 1/3 cup pine nuts on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 5 minutes until golden, watching closely to prevent burning. Set aside to cool.
- Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine 3 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, and 2 tbsp honey. Whisk or shake until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, combine 5 oz arugula, 1 diced mango, 1 diced avocado, and 1/4 cup sliced red onion.
- Dress and Toss: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad (use as much as desired; store extra in the fridge). Toss gently to coat. Top with toasted pine nuts.
- Serve: Serve immediately as a vibrant summer salad, perfect as a side, lunch, or light snack. Season with extra salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
- Toast Pine Nuts Carefully: Watch closely during toasting, as pine nuts burn quickly.
- Dress Lightly: Start with half the dressing and add more to avoid overdressing the summer salad.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Ripe mango and avocado ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Ahead: Toast pine nuts and make dressing up to a day in advance; assemble just before serving.
- Toss Gently: Handle avocado and mango carefully to maintain their shape.