Grilled Mango Avocado Salad with Lime
A refreshing fusion salad featuring grilled mango, crisp avocado, and zesty lime dressing. This latin american-inspired grilling ready in about 35 minutes pairs ripe mango, large avocado, small red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 ripe mango
- 2 large avocado
- 1 small red onion
- 1 tbsp cilantro
- 1 medium lime
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium (350°F). Cut mango into 1/2-inch cubes and avocado into 1/4-inch slices. Grill mango for 2-3 minutes until slightly charred. Grill avocado for 1 minute until warm.
- Step 2: Dice red onion and cilantro. In a bowl, whisk 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Toss grilled mango, avocado, and onion with dressing. Garnish with cilantro and additional lime juice. Serve chilled.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Mango Avocado Salad with Lime take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Mango Avocado Salad with Lime?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ripe mango from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Mango Avocado Salad with Lime?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Mango Avocado Salad with Lime for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Mango Avocado Salad with Lime?
Latin American grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.
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