Chopped Avocado and Mango Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

A refreshing and vibrant salad combining creamy avocado, sweet mango, and a zesty cilantro-lime dressing, perfect for a light side dish. This Caribbean-inspired salad recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe avocado, ripe mango, red bell pepper into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, diced ripe avocado
• 1 medium, peeled and diced ripe mango
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 small, finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small, seeded and minced (optional) jalapeño

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 medium diced ripe avocados, 1 medium peeled and diced ripe mango, 1 small diced red bell pepper, 1/4 small finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons lime juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 small minced jalapeño (if using) until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour the cilantro-lime dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly, taking care not to mash the avocado.
4. Step 4: Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to blend flavors before serving.