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Refreshing Avocado Mango Salad

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Avocado Mango Salad Recipe

Overview

This Avocado Mango Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that celebrates the rich flavors of avocado and mango, complemented by a subtle blend of spices. It serves as an excellent side dish for Mexican-style meals such as enchiladas or quesadillas, or it can stand alone as a light and nutritious salad.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: Not applicable
  • Recipe Yield: 4 servings
  • Calories per Serving: 140.8
  • Rating: 4 stars from 7 reviews

Ingredients

  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced into wedges
  • 1 ripe mango, diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Nutritional Information per Serving

  • Calories: 140.8
  • Fat: 7.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 23.5mg
  • Carbohydrates: 18.7g
  • Fiber: 5.4g
  • Sugar: 12.1g
  • Protein: 2.3g

Recipe Instructions

  1. Prepare Salad Plates: Place lettuce leaves on 4 salad plates.

  2. Arrange Avocado: Top each plate with wedges of avocado.

  3. Add Mango: Sprinkle diced mango evenly over the avocado.

  4. Prepare Spice Blend: In a small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.

  5. Season: Mix the spices with a fork until blended. Lightly pinch the spice blend over the avocado and mango to taste.

  6. Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh flavors!

Tips for Serving

  • This salad is best served fresh to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and the creaminess of the avocado.
  • Adjust the amount of spices according to your preference for heat and flavor intensity.
  • For a variation, you can add a squeeze of lime juice or a drizzle of olive oil over the salad.

Additional Notes

  • Recipe Category: Fruit
  • Keywords: Vegetable, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Costa Rican, Mexican, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Spring, Summer, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive

This Avocado Mango Salad not only provides a burst of flavors but also packs a nutritious punch with its high Vitamin A content from avocado and the refreshing sweetness of mango. It’s a perfect addition to your repertoire of quick and healthy meal options, especially during warm seasons when fresh, vibrant dishes are most appreciated.

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