Vibrant Mango and Papaya Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

A tropical salad with sweet mango, creamy papaya, and a tangy lime dressing for a refreshing midday treat. This Tropical-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs mango, papaya, 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 180 calories and feeds 2, 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 cup mango
• 1 cup papaya
• 1/4 cup red onion
• 2 tbsp cilantro
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp honey
• pinch salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon honey, and a pinch of salt until emulsified.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup diced mango, 1 cup diced papaya, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro.
3. Step 3: Pour the lime vinaigrette over the fruit mixture and toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated.
4. Step 4: Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.