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Delightful Avocado Mango Salad

A vibrant and refreshing avocado mango salad that brings a splash of sunshine to your table, perfect for summer and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium mangoes (Diced, about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup shelled edamame (Thawed, optional)
  • 1 cup diced strawberries (About 9 ounces)
  • 1 medium avocado (Diced)
  • 3 tablespoons finely diced red onion (About one-half small onion)
  • 1 medium jalapeño (Seeded and finely diced)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced basil leaves (Chiffonade)
  • 3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (Or neutral flavored oil)
  • Zest of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup lime juice (About 1 lime)
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (Or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (Or to taste)
  • Tortilla chips (For serving, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the ingredients by dicing the mangoes and setting them aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Adorn with strawberries by washing and slicing them, then toss them into the bowl with the mangoes.
  3. Get your greens in by folding in the diced avocado and thawed edamame gently to keep the avocado pieces intact.
  4. Spice and flavor by adding the finely diced jalapeño and red onion to elevate the dish.
  5. Your herb hit comes next; toss in the chiffonade basil and chopped cilantro.
  6. Whisk together the sesame oil, lime zest, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt in a separate small bowl.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently fold everything together.
  8. Let it chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  9. Serve by dish out portions into bowls, garnishing with additional herbs or sesame oil if desired.

Notes

Feel free to get creative by adding fruits like pineapple, incorporating grains for heartiness, or adjusting spice levels to taste.

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Keywords: salad, avocado, mango, healthy, summer, potluck