Yesterday, I teased you by telling you that I served my Coconut Chicken Tenders with a Mango Salad on the side and I didn't even include the recipe for it. I know, I'm a stinker like that. Even though I wanted to give you both recipes together, it's tough to get two recipes on one post without it being too long and clunky. The other thing is I didn't want you to think that this Mango Salad is only good along side the chicken, because it would be good along side anything you are grilling up, really.
Since I made this last week, I have made it three more times. I may or may not have been caught eating it directly out of the serving bowl with a spoon. Don't judge me. It could be worse.
The third time I made the mango salad, I actually used it more like a salsa and topped my entrée nachos with it (hint hint, that recipe will be coming soon). I omitted the balsamic vinegar that time because I didn't think the balsamic would meld with my roasted vegetable nachos. So as usual, it's versatile.
Here's the only catch. You must use fresh fruit. I mean, obviously you can make it with canned fruit but the best thing about this recipe is the freshness. You just won't get that freshness from a can. Plus, it's the perfect time of year to get fresh fruits at reasonable prices. My grocery store had whole pineapples for $.99 each last week! So it was actually more money for a can!
I imagine, I will be making this a lot more in my near future. I am anxiously awaiting my delivery of avocados from The California Avocado Commission. Why, you ask, would the California Avocado Commission be sending me avocados? Because, I was the week four winner of their #caavosnack Photo contest with my recipe for Bacon, Chicken & Avocado Quesadilla. I know, I'm sorry, I'm totally tooting my own horn, but it is super exciting and I wanted to share my exciting news with you.
Mango Salad is my latest binge recipe. Do you have a summer recipe you are currently binging on?
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Mango Salad
Ingredients
- 1 mango diced
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 ½ C pineapple diced
- ½ red onion diced
- Juice of ½ a lime
- 2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 T cilantro chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place mango, avocado, pineapple, red onion in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl combine lime juice and vinegar. Pour mixture over fruit. Add cilantro. Toss gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
How to Philosophize with Cake says
That looks awesome! I love mangoes, they're the perfect summer fruit! 🙂
Renee - Kudos Kitchen says
What an interesting combination of flavors. I'll be it's delicious.
Nutmeg Nanny says
This mango salad looks great! I have never seen it made with balsamic...yum!
foodyschmoody says
Thanks, you know us Italians, everything can use a little balsamic 🙂
Isabelle @ Crumb says
This looks like a really interesting change from the more Asian-style mango salads I'm used to... love the combination of flavours you've used here, especially the balsamic. Yum!
Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says
This is so ideal for summer!
Julie says
Congrats on your win! This salad looks great!
Brenda@SugarFreeMom says
I love mango salad eaten with a spoon lol, or on any protein really! Looks great!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
This looks like the perfect side dish to those chicken tenders!!!
Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says
Perfect side dish for those coconut chicken tenders! I'd totally hoover that straight from the serving bowl.
Paula - bell'alimento says
It's been way too long since I've had a mango. Time to change that.
Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says
Tapping my foot impatiently for that nachos recipe.... 😉 I love mangos _ but I HATE cutting them, so I rarely ever make anything with them.
foodyschmoody says
Hahaha. Sorry, Lauren, I think you'll be tapping that foot until next week. I haven't had a chance to edit the photos yet! I am new to using mangoes and I had a heck of a time cutting them! But they're just so darn good, worth he hassle!
Platter Talk says
Stopping by from the Weekend Social Link Party; this mango salad look incredibly delicious. One of our boy's favorite fruits is mango; what a great way to serve it to him. Thanks for the great recipe!
foodyschmoody says
Thank you! It's perfect for the summer. I'm new to using mango and this was definitely a hit at our home. I hope your boy will enjoy it!
Gaye @CalmHealthySexy says
This looks delicious. I love mango! Thanks so much for sharing with the Let's Get Real party. Pinning to our group board.
Pure Grace Farms says
Thanks for coming by Let's Get Real. Love your post and appreciate you taking the time to share.
Blessings,
Shari
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
It looks awesome! I almost never use mango for anything and I know I would like this. I think it would be good on chicken and fish, too! I hope you will join us again next week at Foodie Fridays!
Kimberly Lewis says
I have never had mango salad before. I'm sure its amazing. Pinned! Thanks again for being a part of our party. I hope to see you tonight. Lou Lou Girls