Avocado Mango Salad with Arugula and Honey Lime Dressing
This vibrant Avocado Mango Salad with Arugula and Honey Lime Dressing is the perfect 10-minute avocado mango salad for a quick, healthy meal. It combines creamy avocado, sweet mango, and peppery arugula, all tossed in a bright, tangy-sweet dressing. For another fresh, avocado-based dish, try this Tomato Cucumber Avocado Salad with Mozzarella Pesto. It’s an effortless way to enjoy bold, satisfying flavors.
PrintAvocado Mango Salad with Arugula, Pine Nuts, and Honey-Lime Dressing
Peeled mango chunks and avocado slices are tossed together with arugula, sliced red onion, and toasted pine nuts in a homemade honey-lime salad dressing. This vibrant, healthy salad takes only 15 minutes to make and is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- salt and pepper to taste
- 5 oz arugula
- 1 mango ripe, peeled, pit removed, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 avocado peeled, cored, and diced
- ¼ cup red onions thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup pine nuts toasted
Instructions
- In a medium, high-sided bowl, or in a mason jar, combine together lime juice, olive oil, and honey. Whisk with the fork until emulsified.
- In a large serving bowl, combine arugula, diced mango, diced avocado, and red onions.
- Drizzle with the salad dressing (you don't have to use the whole amount) and toss to combine. Top with pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Notes
Toast pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden for extra flavor. Use ripe but firm mango and avocado to prevent mushiness. This salad is best served immediately after assembling.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this Avocado Mango Salad ahead of time?
You can prepare the dressing and chop the ingredients ahead, but assemble just before serving. The avocado and mango can brown, and the arugula will wilt if dressed too early. For best results, store components separately and combine your Avocado Mango Salad with Arugula, Pine Nuts, and Honey-Lime Dressing right before eating.
What can I substitute for pine nuts?
If you need a substitute for pine nuts, try toasted slivered almonds, chopped pecans, or sunflower seeds. These alternatives will still provide a satisfying crunch and nutty flavor that complements the creamy avocado and sweet mango in this salad.
How do I pick a ripe mango and avocado for this salad?
Choose a mango that yields slightly to gentle pressure and has a fruity aroma at the stem. For the avocado, it should feel slightly soft when pressed near the stem. Using perfectly ripe fruit is key for the best texture and flavor in your Avocado Mango Salad.
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