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
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Prepare Salad Plates: Place lettuce leaves on 4 salad plates.
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Arrange Avocado: Top each plate with wedges of avocado.
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Add Mango: Sprinkle diced mango evenly over the avocado.
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Prepare Spice Blend: In a small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
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Season: Mix the spices with a fork until blended. Lightly pinch the spice blend over the avocado and mango to taste.
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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.