Tiki-Style Mango and Avocado Salad with Lime Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

A refreshing salad combining ripe mango and creamy avocado tossed in a zesty lime dressing with tropical herbs and crunchy toasted coconut. This Caribbean-inspired salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe mango, ripe avocado, red bell pepper 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 210 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 large, peeled and diced ripe mango
• 1 medium, diced ripe avocado
• 1/2 cup, finely diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, gently combine 1 large peeled and diced ripe mango, 1 medium diced ripe avocado, and 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper without mashing the fruit.
2. Step 2: Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves and 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, tossing lightly to distribute the herbs evenly.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the lime dressing over the fruit and herb mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients with the tangy dressing.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut over the top for crunch and tropical flavor just before serving.