Tomato and Avocado Salad a La Caribe
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Tomato and Avocado Salad a La Caribe—a tropical twist on a classic pairing! Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, creamy avocados, and sweet chunks of mango, this Caribbean-inspired salad bursts with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tossed with a zesty lime dressing and sprinkled with fresh cilantro and a hint of red chili flakes for subtle heat, this colorful dish strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and savory. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it's an ideal choice for a quick, healthy lunch or a show-stopping side for summer barbecues and tropical-themed meals. Serve it fresh and chilled for maximum flavor and enjoy a taste of the islands in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1 small red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 1 medium, ripe mango
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes, avocados, mango, and cilantro.
Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and score the flesh into cubes. Scoop out the cubes with a spoon and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel and dice the mango into small cubes, then add to the salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add the onion slices to the bowl.
Chop the cilantro leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
Gently toss the salad using two large spoons until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Serve immediately for maximum freshness or chill for 15 minutes before serving for a slightly cooler salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.7 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 3634 mg | 77% | |
*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.
