Mango and Avocado Salad

      From time to time, my friend Elena and I swap lunch while at work.  I usually make something on Sundays that I can bring for lunch most of the week.  By Wednesday or Thursday, lunch time doesn't always seem that exciting.  Luckily last week, Elena surprised me with a sample of this tasty mango and avocado salad that she had made.  I have to be honest, I never even think of eating mango.  They are one food that I can honestly said that I wasn't sure if I liked or not because I didn't have many experiences with it.  Even after tasting Elena's salad and then making it again on my own, I'm still not sure if I'm a fan of mangoes themselves, but I liked them in this dish.  There was something unexpected about the sweet mango mixed with the avocado and balsamic vinegar.  Definitely an interesting combo.  Elena said she'd like to try this salad over something, like fish.  I made it on it's own but also think it would work on a nice white fish.

Mango and Avocado Salad
recipe from The Food Network

Ingredients
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 large mango, cubed
2 avocados, cubed
1 small red onion, diced
Salt and pepper to taste

Method
1. Gently whisk together the vinegar and lime juice.  Slowly whisk in the oil.  Season with salt and pepper.
2. Combine mango, avocado, and red onion in a medium bowl.  Slowly drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently.