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    Home » Salads and Dressings » Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad

    Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad

    Published: Jan 2, 2020 · Modified: Jun 15, 2022 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 14 Comments

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    This Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad is sweet with a little heat! Freshly squeezed lime juice, chili powder and sea salt season juicy mango and creamy avocado in a healthy salad. This Mexican mango salad with homemade Tajin seasoning is Whole30, Paleo and Vegan.

    three bowls of Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad with lime slices, mint leaves and cubed mango on the table

    Not your ordinary mango salad . . . this Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad will knock your socks off!

    Mangoes are one of my favourite fruits and I use them often. You'll find lots of recipes using mango here, like Mango Muffins, mango salads like Strawberry Mango Salad, Prawn Mango Avocado Salad, Mango Black Bean Salad and even a Mango Turmeric Smoothie to start your day on a sweet healthy note!

    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    Have you ever had mango with chili lime seasoning? If not, you're in for a treat! This mango salad is gently seasoned with fresh lime juice, chili powder and sea salt.

    Mango with Tajin (a chili-lime seasoning) is a popular Mexican snack, sometimes sold on the beach, sometimes served on a stick. Fresh ripe mango with tajin is a refreshing treat on a hot day. However, it's absolutely delicious year-round. In the middle of winter, this mango chili lime salad can make you feel like you're on a tropical vacation!

    Juicy sweet mango cubes, buttery avocado and just enough lime to make you pucker up--this salad is literally bursting with fresh flavour!

    If you love Mexican-inspired dishes, try this Mexican Corn Salad with Queso Fresco, Avocado Grilled Peach and Chipotle Shrimp Salad, or Quinoa Black Bean Salad with Peaches!

    Jump to:
    • ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
    • Chili-Lime - a favourite flavour combo
    • 🛒 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 👍🏼 Helpful Tips
    • ❓What's the best way to cut a mango?
    • ⏰ Can I make this mango salad ahead of time?
    • 🍽 More ways to use chili-lime seasoning
    • 🗒 More healthy salad recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    Chili-Lime - a favourite flavour combo

    Why put chili and lime on mango? Chili-lime flavours bring out the natural sweetness of this tropical fruit, making the flavours seem brighter and even sweeter.

    Chili-lime has long been a favourite flavour combination of mine. I use it on chicken, as in these 5 - Ingredient Chili Lime Drumsticks and Honey Chili Lime Chicken Thighs. It also enhances salmon, as in this recipe for Easy Honey Chili Lime Glazed Salmon.

    Try it on shrimp! Chili Lime Shrimp with Fresh Salsa is a recipe I make as a summer appetizer, but it would be delicious at any time of year.

    This recipe for Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad makes a quick side salad for two or three people. Here's what you'll need.

    🛒 Ingredients

    Labeled ingredients for Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad
    • mangoes:  one large or two medium mangoes, any variety. You can use more! For the best flavour, choose fully ripe mangoes.
    • avocado:  one large
    • lime: for both juice and zest
    • chili powder and sea salt. You can buy Tajin seasoning which is a mixture of dehydrated lime, chili powder and salt, but it's so easy to make yourself!
    Close up view of a bowl of Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad

    🔪 Instructions

    This is a quick salad to make at the last minute! Grab a mango and an avocado and season them to your heart's content. Your choice: mild or spicy!

    1. Slice mangoes lengthwise on either side of the pit. Score each of the mango cheeks to create cubes, then remove cubes to a bowl.
    2. Cut a ripe avocado in half lengthwise. Remove the pit, then score each half to create cubes. Add to the bowl with the mango cubes.
    3. Sprinkle with freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, chili powder and sea salt. Garnish with sliced limes and mint leaves (optional). Serve right away.

    👍🏼 Helpful Tips

    • To get the most juice out of a lime, roll it on the countertop, pressing firmly as you roll. Remember to zest the lime before juicing it.
    • If you don't like highly spiced foods, start with just ¼ teaspoon of chili powder. You an always add more, but you can't take it away!
    • Choosing a mango can be a little confusing, but once you know what to look for, it's easy to pick a good one. Here's a quick guide to help you:  How to Choose a Mango.
    • Similarly, we've probably all been disappointed when cutting into an avocado and finding it is past its prime! Check this guide for How to Choose an Avocado.

    ❓What's the best way to cut a mango?

    To cut a mango, try one of these two methods described in this video and see which you like best. I use the drinking glass method most often.

    ⏰ Can I make this mango salad ahead of time?

    This salad does not store well. It is best eaten on the same day. When avocados turn brown, they're not very appealing!

    Overhead view of 3 bowls of Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad with extra limes, lime slices and cubed mango on the surface.

    🍽 More ways to use chili-lime seasoning

    While you can buy Tajin seasoning, (which is a mixture of chili powder, salt and dehydrated lime) I like to make it myself, especially when I only need a small amount. Fresh is always best!

    This chili lime seasoning is delicious on fresh pineapple and oranges, too. Try it on watermelon and cucumber as well, for a refreshing summer treat.

    When you make this mango salad with chili, please leave a comment and a rating. I love hearing when you've made one of my recipes, or what adaptations you made. Thanks in advance!

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    🗒 More healthy salad recipes

    • Asian Pear Slaw with Ginger and Lime
    • Thai-Style Coleslaw with Sesame Ginger Dressing
    • Winter Citrus Salad with Arugula
    • 20 Best Winter Salad Recipes

    📖 Recipe

    Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad in a white bowl garnished with lime slices and mint leaves.

    Mango Avocado Chili Lime Salad

    Sweet mango and buttery avocado flavoured with chili and lime make this healthy mango avocado chili lime salad one to remember! It's Vegan, Whole30 and Paleo-approved.
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    Course: Salads and Dressings
    Cuisine: Caribbean, Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 227kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 1 - 2 large mangoes, cubed
    • 1 large avocado, cubed
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
    • 2 teaspoon lime zest
    • ½ teaspoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • mint leaves for garnish, optional

    Instructions

    • Slice mangoes lengthwise on either side of the pit. Score each of the mango cheeks to create cubes, then remove cubes to a bowl.
    • Cut avocado in half lengthwise. Remove pit, then score each half to create cubes. Add to the mango cubes.
    • Sprinkle with freshly squeezed lime juice, lime zest, chili powder and sea salt. Garnish with sliced limes and mint leaves (optional). Serve right away.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 598mg | Potassium: 661mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1415IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Trish

      May 08, 2020 at 9:06 pm

      5 stars
      Pinned! This is a keeper.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        May 11, 2020 at 10:54 am

        Thanks Trish! So glad you like it, too!

        Reply
    2. EA The Spicy RD

      January 09, 2020 at 3:03 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious idea for an easy salad! My daughter is home from college, and loves avocado and mango-i'd love to make this while she's still home. Just pinned!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 09, 2020 at 3:53 pm

        Thank you! You're right--it's so easy, but packs so much flavour. I'm sure your daughter will love it, too! Thanks for stopping by.

        Reply
    3. Anita

      January 09, 2020 at 1:36 pm

      5 stars
      What a quick, easy, and delicious salad. The mango and avocado works really really well together. 🙂

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 09, 2020 at 3:52 pm

        Thanks so much, Anita! I'm glad you liked it as much as we do!

        Reply
    4. Jen

      January 09, 2020 at 1:30 pm

      5 stars
      Who knew one little dish could pack so much of a flavor punch?! This was absolutely delicious with the mango and avocado! Thank you.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 09, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        So glad you liked it, Jen! Thanks for letting me know.

        Reply
    5. Jenn

      January 09, 2020 at 1:22 pm

      5 stars
      This look so fresh, so fruity, and so delicious! I've got a special brunch coming up and this is just the salad I need!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 09, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        That's great to hear, Jenn. I'm sure you'll love it!

        Reply
    6. Matt Ivan

      January 09, 2020 at 1:21 pm

      5 stars
      Such an awesome flavor combination! The sweet and savory really go well together.

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 09, 2020 at 3:51 pm

        Thanks Matt, I agree! This combination just works!

        Reply
    7. Victoria Kabakian

      January 09, 2020 at 1:11 pm

      5 stars
      What a bright and refreshing looking salad!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        January 09, 2020 at 3:50 pm

        Thanks Victoria!

        Reply

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