Tropical Fruit and Avocado Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

A tropical twist on a classic salad, combining ripe mango, pineapple, avocado, and a light citrus dressing for a refreshing and healthy meal. This tropical-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs mango, pineapple, avocado 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 260 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 mango
• 1 pineapple
• 2 avocado
• 1/4 red onion
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 jalapeño

Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice 1 ripe mango and 1 fresh pineapple into 1-inch cubes. Cut 2 avocados in half, remove the pits, and dice the flesh into 1-inch cubes. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the diced mango, pineapple, avocado, and 1/4 diced red onion. Add 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
3. Step 3: Finely dice 1 jalapeño (seeds removed for less heat) and add it to the bowl. Mix thoroughly to incorporate the heat and flavor.
4. Step 4: Let the salad sit for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to develop. Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally accompanied by a side of grilled fish or tortilla chips.