Mango Cucumber Salad with Blueberries and Avocado
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining mango, cucumber, blueberries, and avocado, perfect for warm days or as a side dish.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 ripe mango, diced Choose a ripe but firm mango for best texture.
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced An English cucumber is recommended for crisper texture.
- 1 cup blueberries, rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado, diced Choose a ripe but firm avocado to maintain texture.
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Can substitute with mint for a different flavor.
For the Dressing
- 2 tablespoons lime juice Fresh lime juice is ideal.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Dice the mango, cucumber, and avocado, then rinse the blueberries and set them aside.
Combining Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, cucumber, blueberries, avocado, red onion, and cilantro.
Making the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Tossing the Salad
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients without mashing the avocado.
Serving Suggestions
- Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if necessary.
- Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container and consume within one day. To maintain freshness, keep the dressing separate until serving.