Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a delectable culinary experience as we embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind crafting the ultimate Melon, Mango, and Avocado Salad. This refreshing and vibrant salad is a symphony of flavors, textures, and colors, offering a delightful balance between sweet, tangy, and creamy notes. Whether you're seeking a light and healthy lunch option or a refreshing side dish to complement your main course, this salad is sure to impress and satisfy. As we delve into the world of ingredients and techniques, you'll uncover the art of selecting the ripest fruits, crafting a harmonious dressing, and assembling a visually stunning salad that will leave a lasting impression on your palate. Get ready to elevate your culinary skills and create a dish that will become a staple in your recipe repertoire.
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MELON, MANGO, AND AVOCADO SALAD
Tangy pickled onions and creamy avocados add a surprisingly savory bite to this crisp fruit salad. When served in a pretty martini glass, it makes a stunning first course.
Provided by blancdeblanc
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Avocado Salad Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make pickled onions, combine the thinly sliced red onion and the red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Cover; chill for at least one hour.
- Pour the orange juice into a large salad bowl. Whisk in the olive oil and orange zest; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Toss the cantaloupe, watermelon, and mango in the dressing. Just before serving, stir in the pickled onions and cilantro leaves.
- Cut the avocados into 1/2 inch dice; place in a small bowl. Sprinkle with the lime juice, and season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir lightly to combine. Spoon an even amount of avocado into the bottom of 6 large martini or wine glasses. Top avocado with melon salad; garnish each salad with a lime slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 179.7 mg, Sugar 14.1 g
BEST MELON, MANGO, AND AVOCADO SALAD
Tangy pickled onions and creamy avocados add a surprisingly savory bite to this crisp fruit salad. When served in a pretty martini glass, it makes a stunning first course.
Provided by justjulie
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Avocado Salad Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To make pickled onions, combine the thinly sliced red onion and the red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Cover; chill for at least one hour.
- Pour the orange juice into a large salad bowl. Whisk in the olive oil and orange zest; season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Toss the cantaloupe, watermelon, and mango in the dressing. Just before serving, stir in the pickled onions and cilantro leaves.
- Cut the avocados into 1/2 inch dice; place in a small bowl. Sprinkle with the lime juice, and season with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir lightly to combine. Spoon an even amount of avocado into the bottom of 6 large martini or wine glasses. Top avocado with melon salad; garnish each salad with a lime slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 97.4 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
GREEN SALAD WITH MANGO AND AVOCADO
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Soak 1/2 thinly sliced small white onion in ice water, 15 minutes; drain and pat dry. Whisk 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon orange juice and 1/2 teaspoon honey in a large bowl; whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add 1/2 head chopped green-leaf lettuce, 1 diced mango, 1/2 diced English cucumber and the onion; season with salt and pepper. Add 1 diced avocado and toss.
MANGO AND AVOCADO SALAD
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, whisk together vinegar, lime juice, salt and pepper to taste. Slowly whisk in oil. Toss in mangoes, avocado and red onion to coat. Serve immediately.
AVOCADO MANGO SALAD
I bruise easily, and Vitamin A is the key. I try to find interesting ways to serve Avocado because it is so rich in Vitamin A. (I don't worry about the fat in Avocado). This goes well as a side dish for Enchiladas, Quesadillas or any Mexican style foods.
Provided by Shannon in VA
Categories Fruit
Time 5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place Lettuce Leaves on 4 salad plates.
- Top with wedges of avocado.
- Sprinkle with diced mango.
- In small bowl, combine cumin, chili powder and garlic powder.
- Mix with fork until blended.
- Using fingers pinch spices lightly over avocado and mango to taste.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.8, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 23.5, Carbohydrate 18.7, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 12.1, Protein 2.3
GRILLED MANGO & AVOCADO SALAD
Its so light, delicious, easy to make, and not to mention healthy! Mango and Avocado is simply the best combination you could ever make. A big hit with all my family and friends! -Amy Liesemeyer, Tucson, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each mango. Standing mango upright, slice off a large section of flesh, cutting close to the pit. Rotate and repeat until all flesh is removed., Brush mangoes with canola oil; place on greased grill rack. Cook, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes or until lightly browned, turning once. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Cut into 3/4-inch cubes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, sesame seeds, salt and, if desired, cilantro and mint. Add mangoes, cucumbers and avocados; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MELON AND AVOCADO SALAD WITH FENNEL AND CHILE
This sweet-savory, crunchy-creamy dish nods to California summers, when a drive to the market can often end with avocados and melons buckled in the back seat. The recipe is simple, and instantly impressive: It involves little more than scooping out the fresh fruit and topping it with a spicy-sweet pinch of sugar and a drizzle of dressing. Rubbing toasted fennel seeds, red-pepper flakes and lemon zest into sugar and salt helps their floral kick travel far. The salad's balance depends on your melon and avocado, so rely on taste more than measurements here. Adjust the ingredients as needed, until the salad is rich, punchy and bright, bite after bite.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories brunch, dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small skillet over medium-low, toast the fennel seeds and red-pepper flakes, shaking the pan occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer them to a cutting board, then smash with a heavy pan until the fennel seeds break apart. (You can also do this using a mortar and pestle.)
- Transfer the mixture to a small bowl, then add the salt, sugar and 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest. Rub the mixture with your fingers until you smell the lemon.
- Using a soup spoon, scoop out small spoonfuls of the melon and place them directly on a serving platter. Halve the avocados and remove the pit. Using the soup spoon, scoop out small spoonfuls of avocado and place on top of the melon.
- Drizzle the fruit with 2 teaspoons lemon juice, then sprinkle with some of the fennel-chile mixture. (Start with half of it, then add more to taste.) Drizzle with the olive oil, then taste and adjust acid (with lemon juice), richness (with oil), and salt and sweetness (with fennel mixture) until it tastes fresh and bright. Serve right away.
Tips:
- Choose ripe fruits: Use ripe melons, mangoes, and avocados for the best flavor and texture. Look for fruits that are fragrant and have a slight give when you gently press them.
- Cut the fruits evenly: Cut the fruits into uniform-sized pieces so that they cook evenly. This will also help them to absorb the dressing more evenly.
- Use a flavorful dressing: The dressing is what brings all the flavors of the salad together. Use a dressing that is slightly tangy and sweet, with a hint of spice. A simple vinaigrette or a honey-lime dressing would be a good choice.
- Add some crunch: To add some crunch to the salad, you can add some chopped nuts or seeds. Walnuts, pecans, and almonds are all good choices. You can also add some chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro or mint.
- Serve immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The fruits will start to lose their flavor and texture if they sit for too long.
Conclusion:
This melon, mango, and avocado salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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