Dominican-Inspired Avocado and Mango Salad with Lime Dressing

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-05

A fresh and vibrant salad combining creamy avocado, sweet mango, and a zesty lime dressing, perfect for a light Caribbean meal or side. 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 220 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 into 1/2-inch cubes ripe avocado
• 1 large, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes ripe mango
• 1/2 medium, finely diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 small, finely minced red onion
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 diced medium ripe avocados and 1 large diced ripe mango with 1/2 finely diced red bell pepper and 1/4 small finely minced red onion.
2. Step 2: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour the lime dressing over the avocado and mango mixture, gently tossing to coat without mashing the fruit.
4. Step 4: Fold in 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro for a bright, fresh finish.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or side dish, perfect for warm weather meals.