No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro
A refreshing salad combining ripe mango, creamy avocado, and zesty lime with fresh cilantro for vibrant flavors. This latin american-inspired salads (vegan, gluten free) ready in about 10 minutes pairs large, peeled and diced ripe mango, medium, diced ripe avocado, finely chopped red onion 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 190 calories and feeds 3, 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
- 1 large, peeled and diced ripe mango
- 1 medium, diced ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 large peeled and diced ripe mango, 1 medium diced ripe avocado, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves.
- Step 2: Drizzle 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 1 tbsp olive oil over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Step 3: Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 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 No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro?
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 medium, diced ripe avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro?
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 No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.
Is No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.