Description
This refreshing Mango Salad with avocado and summer berries is bursting with vibrant flavors, dressed in a zesty lemon-basil vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, it combines juicy mangoes, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and sweet berries for a colorful and healthy salad experience.
Ingredients
Fruits and Vegetables
- 2 large Mangoes, diced
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 1 cup Strawberries, sliced in half
- ¾ cup Blueberries
- ½ Cucumber, diced
Lemon Basil Vinaigrette
- 1 large Lemon, freshly juiced
- 4-5 large Basil leaves
- ½ tbsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- ½ tbsp Black Pepper, freshly ground
- 1½ tbsp Red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruits and vegetables: Chop the mangoes, avocado, and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Slice the strawberries in half. Place all the prepared fruits and vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the vinaigrette: In a small glass jar, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, torn basil leaves, salt, sugar, olive oil, freshly ground black pepper, and red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors into a bright, zesty dressing.
- Dress the salad: Pour the lemon basil vinaigrette over the mixed fruits and vegetables in the bowl. Gently toss with a salad spoon until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve fresh: Serve the salad immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and vibrant texture. For best results, consume without delay.
Notes
- Use firm, sweet mango varieties that hold their shape well to keep the salad texture intact.
- Avoid balsamic vinegar in the vinaigrette as it can cause the dressing to turn cloudy and the salad to look dull.
- This salad is best eaten fresh; however, you can make it ahead by prepping and refrigerating fruits and dressing separately for up to 3 days.
- Mix the salad just before serving to maintain the optimal fresh texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
