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Avocado Mango Salad with Arugula, Pine Nuts & Honey-Lime Dressing

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A vibrant and refreshing salad combining creamy avocado, sweet mango, peppery arugula, and crunchy pine nuts, dressed in a zesty honey-lime vinaigrette, perfect as a side dish or light main course.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh arugula

1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced

1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced

¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

¼ cup pine nuts, toasted

3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons honey

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or jar until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, combine arugula, mango, avocado, and red onion if using.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top just before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute arugula with spinach, mixed greens, or butter lettuce.
  • Use toasted walnuts, pecans, or slivered almonds instead of pine nuts.
  • Add crumbled feta or goat cheese for extra creaminess.
  • Replace mango with ripe peaches or nectarines when out of season.
  • Top with grilled shrimp, chicken, or tofu for a complete meal.
  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day.
  • Best enjoyed fresh; avoid reheating to prevent avocado from becoming mushy.
  • Prepare dressing up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate.
  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor; bottled lime juice is acceptable.
  • Add fresh chili slices or red pepper flakes to make it spicier.
  • Maple syrup or agave nectar can replace honey for a vegan option.

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