Mango Avocado Salad Bowl

A fresh combination that works without effort

Some dishes don’t need explaining.

You just prepare them.
Toss them together.
And serve.

Mango avocado salad belongs exactly here.

It’s quick.
Clean.
And unexpectedly addictive.

Sweet mango.
Creamy avocado.
A touch of lime acidity.

And a few details that hold it all together.

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

Mango brings sweetness and juiciness.
Avocado adds creaminess and softness.
Lime connects and lifts everything.

Olive oil rounds the flavors.
Herbs and chili add contrast.

The result?
A light salad that feels natural, yet intentional.

INGREDIENTS (2–3 servings)

• 1 ripe mango
• 1 ripe avocado
• ½ small red onion (optional)
• small bunch of cilantro or mint
• juice of ½ lime
• 1–2 tbsp good quality olive oil
• pinch of chili or chili flakes
• salt
• freshly ground black pepper

(optional)
• handful of toasted pistachios or hazelnuts

METHOD

Preparation

Peel the mango and cut into larger cubes.
Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and cut into similar-sized pieces.

Finely slice the onion.
Roughly chop the herbs.

Mixing

Place mango, avocado, and onion into a bowl.

Add:
• lime juice
• olive oil
• salt and pepper
• chili

Gently toss.

Not too much — keep the avocado intact.

Finishing

Add herbs and optionally toasted nuts.

Mix very lightly.

Serve immediately.

TIP FOR A BETTER RESULT

• mango should be ripe but still firm
• avocado creamy, not mushy
• add lime gradually — aim for balance

If preparing ahead:

Add avocado just before serving.

VARIATIONS

With feta

• add crumbled feta

Result: salty contrast to the mango

With shrimp

• add seared shrimp

Result: a light summer main dish

Without onion (clean version)

• skip the onion

Result: softer, cleaner flavor profile

SERVING

Serve directly in a bowl.

Shared food.
No complications.

Perfect as:

• a light lunch
• a side for grilled dishes
• a summer terrace salad

WINE PAIRING — TGCC TIP

Müller Thurgau

• freshness matches the mango
• doesn’t overpower the dish

Riesling

• acidity supports the lime
• enhances fruit notes

Frizzante / Sparkling wine

• ideal for summer evenings
• refreshing contrast

RECIPE DETAILS

Type: Salad / Bowl / Shared dish
Cuisine: Modern / Fusion
Prep time: 10–15 minutes
Servings: 2–3
Best for: summer, brunch, light dinners