This 10-minute avocado mango salad is a delicious, healthy side for any type of protein - and especially delicious next to a piece of grilled fish or chicken. Super easy to make with mango, avocado, lime and fresh cilantro - and salted roasted peanuts are what sends this salad over the top!
Why you will love this recipe
- It's quick - done in 10 minutes
- It's easy - especially with my tips for prepping mango and avocado
- It has a great combo of tastes & textures...
- ...with salted roasted peanuts adding a nice crunch
- It lightens up a heavier meal thanks to the fresh flavors of mango and lime
- You make it all in one bowl - no need to make a vinaigrette separately
What you need to make it
Ingredient notes
- Avocados should be nice and ripe, to maximize the flavor
- Mango should be ripe, but preferably not too soft
- Salted roasted peanuts - yes, that's the kind you usually buy for a snack. They're usually vegan, but please make sure if making this for vegans.
Ingredient substitutions
- Mango can be substituted for nectarines or pineapple
- Sea salt flakes can be substituted for regular fine table salt at half the amount or another type of salt flakes at the same amount
- Salted roasted peanuts can be substituted for another roasted, salted nut like macadamias or cashew nuts
- Salted roasted peanuts can also be substituted for unroasted and/or unsalted nuts - it changes the flavor a bit, but you still get that nice crunch. Double the amount of salt if using unsalted nuts.
- Lime can be substituted for lemon, with slight change to the taste. ¼ lemon is about the same as ½ a lime.
- Cilantro can be swapped for another fresh herb like parsley, mint or basil.
How to make it
Making this avocado mango salad is easy with just a few steps involved. Here I will show you not only how to combine the ingredients for the salad, but also give you my best tips for preparing mangoes & avocados.
How to peel & prepare the mangoes
- Start by cutting off a bit of one of the pointy ends of the mango so it can stand on the cutting board. Then slide a small knife or pairing knife lengthwise through the mango, as close to the pit as possible. Do this until you've separated as much mango as possible from the pit. You'll end up with pieces of mango with the skin on, and some meat still stuck to the pit - that's fine, and unavoidable!
- Take one of the pieces of mango and hold on to the skin while sliding your knife between the mango meat and the skin. Peel off the skin this way and then continue with the next piece, and repeat until all pieces are done. Then chop your mango into roughly 1 cm/ ½'' cubes.
How to peel & prepare the avocados
- Slice your avocados in half and remove the pit. Then, using a regular dinner knife, make a criss-cross pattern in the avocado meat.
- Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado meat from all the avocados, and now you have ready-chopped avocado!
How to make the salad
- Place the chopped mango & avocado in a bowl
- Squeeze over the lime immediately, before the avocado has a chance to darken
- Chop cilantro and measure by placing loosely packed in a measuring cup, then add to the avocado & mango. Don't press to fit as much cilantro as possible in the cup - then the measurement will be off.
- Chop the roasted salted peanuts roughly and add to the salad
- Crush the sea salt flakes in your hand and add to the salad
- Mix well
- Taste test, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve!
Tips & Tricks
- To keep the avocado from getting brown make sure to add the lime immediately after the avocados
- Mix gently to avoid mashing the avocados
- Taste test and adjust the seasoning to make it the perfect salad for your palate & what you will serve with it. For example, for fish you might want to add a bit more lime.
- Make it into a salsa by chopping everything smaller. Delicious with fish tacos or on top of grilled fish!
- Make just before serving for best taste, look & texture
Recipe FAQ
A soft mango is a ripe mango. Just squeeze it lightly and make sure it's soft - but not too soft. A good mango should also have a nice, fresh, mango smell - so don't be afraid to smell it!
I test avocados in two step. First, I find that little brown knob on one of the pointy ends of the avocado, and press it gently. If it gives easily I know it's ripe - but if it gives too easily it could mean the avocado has gone bad already.
Second, if it passed the first test, I place the avocado in my palm and gently squeeze it with my whole hand. If the skin gives away too easily - it might feel almost "empty" - it's overripe or even rotten. But if it still has a bit of resistance, it's likely gonna be good.
When in doubt, I buy unripe avocados and let them ripen at home.
To ripen your avocado and mango you can place them in a paper bag together with a banana or an apple. This will speed up the process. Check on them once a day, and within a few days they will be nice and soft.
Yes, but it's way better when made just before serving. Since we add lime juice the avocados usually don't brown too much, but don't worry if they look a bit brown the next day - it's still tasty, just not as pretty.
What to serve with it
This avocado mango salad loves most proteins - it pairs great with fish & chicken and is amazing for balancing the heaviness of a nice steak. Here are some of my favorite proteins to serve it with:
- Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
- Halloumi Portobello Burgers
- Barbecued chicken
- Lemon Pepper Salmon
- Lamb Meatballs
More quick & easy barbecue sides
Love quick & easy barbecue sides that are packed with flavor? Then here are some other great options to try this summer:
- Garlic Roasted Broccoli
- Arugula Salad with Lemon Honey Vinaigrette
- Creamy French Potato Salad with Dijon Mustard
- Roasted Beetroot Salad with Fennel
- Shopska Salad
- Caulislaw
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Recipe
Avocado Mango Salad with Salted Roasted Peanuts
Print RateIngredients
- 1 ripe mango peeled, pitted and diced
- 2 ripe avocados peeled, pitted and diced
- ½ lime juice only
- ½ dl chopped fresh cilantro loosely packed
- 4 tablespoon roughly chopped salted roasted peanuts
- ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Combine the mango and avocado in a bowl and squeeze over the lime juice. Add the chopped fresh cilantro, chopped salted roasted peanuts and crushed sea salt flakes. Mix well, and serve immediately.1 ripe mango, 2 ripe avocados, ½ lime, ½ dl chopped fresh cilantro, 4 tablespoon roughly chopped salted roasted peanuts, ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes
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Notes
Ingredient notes
- Avocados should be nice and ripe, to maximize the flavor
- Mango should be ripe, but I prefer if it's not too soft and still has a bit of acidity left
- Salted roasted peanuts - yes, that's the kind you usually buy for a snack. They're usually vegan, but please make sure if making this for vegans.
Ingredient substitutions
- Mango can be substituted for nectarines or pineapple
- Sea salt flakes can be substituted for regular fine table salt at half the amount or another type of salt flakes at the same amount
- Salted roasted peanuts can be substituted for another roasted, salted nut like macadamias or cashew nuts
- Salted roasted peanuts can also be substituted for unroasted and/or unsalted nuts - it changes the flavor a bit, but you still get that nice crunch. Double the amount of salt if using unsalted nuts.
- Lime can be substituted for lemon, with slight change to the taste. ¼ lemon is about the same as ½ a lime.
- Cilantro can be swapped for another fresh herb like parsley, mint or basil.
Tips & Tricks
- To keep the avocado from getting brown make sure to add the lime immediately after the avocados
- Mix gently to avoid mashing the avocados
- Taste test and adjust the seasoning to make it the perfect salad for your palate & what you will serve with it. For example, for fish you might want to add a bit more lime.
- Make it into a salsa by chopping everything smaller. Delicious with fish tacos or on top of grilled fish!
- Make just before serving for best taste, look & texture
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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Pavani
That is such a simple, delicious and easy to make salad. I love the combination of avocado and mango in a smoothie. Would love to them in this yummy salad.
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you, Pavani! Yes same here - always a winning combo!
Suzy
Currently loving anything with mango in it! This was really simple to put together and loved the addition of the peanuts!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Suzy, so happy to hear it turned out good for you! 😀
veenaazmanov
Love the Sweet and salty flavor and the crunch of the Peanut too. Very interesting and I love this awesome combinations too.
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Veena!
Cate
Yumm!! This looks so fresh and unique, saving it to make this weekend!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you, Cate! Let me know how it turns out!
kim
Loved this recipe! This combination of flavors was so tasty! Will definitely make again and again!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Kim! So happy to hear that 😀
Capri Lilly
I love the crunch of the peanuts in this recipe! This is a perfect summer salad
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you!! Totally agree 😉
Neha
Such a refreshing summer salad! I am absolutely loving the addition of peanuts in this. Cant wait to try this along with some baked fiah!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Neha - let me know how it turns out!
Angela
Avocados and mangos are so perfect paired together! And the peanut crunch is perfection. YUM!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you, Angela! Totally agree!
Marlynn
This is the perfect fast lunch for me when I'm swamped at work! Ready in just 10 minutes - love it.
Emmeline Kemperyd
So good to have 10 minute recipes on hand for those days! Thanks for commenting!
Caroline
I haven't made avocado mango salsa/salad in a while but it's a great combination so this reminds me, I really should. Love the idea of the peanuts in there too, sounds great!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Caroline!
Danielle Wolter
Now this is the perfect summer salad. I absolutely love mango and cannot wait to make this one!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Danielle! Hope you enjoy!!
Helen @ family-friends-food.com
This looks delicious! I love how different it is from a lot of other salads and it looks perfect for summer. Thanks!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Helen!!
veenaazmanov
Best seasonal fruit combination with peanuts. Something unique and delicious and crunchy too.
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Veena! 😃
Dannii
What a delicious salad combination. So light and fresh!
Emmeline Kemperyd
Thank you Dannii!