Spicy Best Mango Avocado Salad
A refreshing mix of ripe mango, creamy avocado, and spicy lime dressing for a light and vibrant summer salad. This mexican-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs ripe, diced mango, diced 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 250 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
- 1 ripe, diced mango
- 1, diced avocado
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 juiced lime
- 2 tbsp (28 g) olive oil
- 1 tsp (5 ml) sriracha
- 1/2 tsp (2 g) to taste salt
- 1/4 tsp (1 g) freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine mango, avocado, red onion, and cilantro. Toss to mix.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, sriracha, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Spicy Best Mango Avocado Salad 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 Spicy Best Mango Avocado Salad?
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, diced mango from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Best Mango Avocado Salad?
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 Spicy Best Mango Avocado Salad 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 Spicy Best Mango Avocado Salad?
Mexican salads 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
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 0-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
