Mango Avocado Salad

This vibrant Mango Avocado Salad combines the creamy richness of avocado with the sweet tropical notes of ripe mango, making it a refreshing and healthy option for lunch. Packed with nutrients and flavors, it's perfect for a light meal or a side dish.

Ingredients

• Ripe mango - 1 medium (approximately 200g)
• Avocado - 1 medium (approximately 150g)
• Cherry tomatoes - 150g (about 1 cup halved)
• Red onion - 1/4 small (about 30g, finely diced)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Start by preparing the mango: peel and dice it into small cubes.
2. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, scoop out the flesh, and dice it into cubes.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely diced red onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
6. Add chopped cilantro and toss again lightly to distribute.
7. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, which support heart health.
• High in vitamins A and C from mango, aiding in immune function.

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