No-Cook Mango Avocado Salad with Lime and Cilantro

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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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 3 Latin American cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.