Heart-Healthy Refreshing Mango Salad

Brighten up your table with this Heart-Healthy Refreshing Mango Salad, a vibrant medley of tropical flavors and nourishing goodness. Bursting with juicy ripe mangoes, crisp cucumber, and the crunch of red bell pepper, this colorful salad is balanced with creamy avocado and a sprinkle of unsalted pumpkin seeds for added texture and heart-healthy fats. Finished with a zesty lime and olive oil dressing, this no-cook recipe is a breeze to prepare in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for a quick lunch or a refreshing side dish. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and wholesome ingredients, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Serve it fresh for a naturally sweet and tangy salad that’s sure to satisfy your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole Ripe mangoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.25 cup Unsalted pumpkin seeds

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the mangoes into medium-sized cubes, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds with a spoon, and dice it into similar-sized cubes as the mango. Add the cucumber to the bowl.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper and add it to the bowl with the mango and cucumber.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and add it to the mix.

Step 5

Chop the fresh cilantro finely and sprinkle it over the salad ingredients in the bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Gently toss the salad with the dressing until all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 8

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice the avocado and gently fold it into the salad.

Step 9

Sprinkle the pumpkin seeds over the top of the salad just before serving for an added crunch.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1567.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1141.1

Total Fat 59.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1225.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 157.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.2g	0%
Total Sugars 110.1g
Protein 21.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 212.7mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 3358.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 50.2%