Query-Style Layered Mango and Avocado Salad with Citrus Dressing

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

A refreshing salad featuring layers of ripe mango and creamy avocado, dressed with a zesty citrus vinaigrette to awaken your palate. This Latin American-inspired salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe mango, peeled and diced, ripe avocado, peeled and diced, red onion, thinly sliced 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 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 ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 1 large ripe avocado, peeled and diced
• 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified to make the citrus dressing.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine 1 large diced ripe mango, 1 large diced ripe avocado, 1/4 medium thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
3. Step 3: Pour the citrus dressing over the mango and avocado mixture and toss gently to coat without mashing the fruit.
4. Step 4: Transfer the salad to a serving plate and sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted pumpkin seeds on top for crunch.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately for a fresh, vibrant taste.