COTTAGE LIFE RECIPE CONTEST WINNER, 2001

SECOND PRIZE:

Avocado Mango Salad // Fran Stephen 

Ingredients 

2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
juice of 1 lemon
1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
salt and freshly ground 
pepper, to taste
Boston or leaf lettuce
fresh chives or coriander (to garnish)
Instructions:

1. Combine avocado, mango, onion, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix lightly to thoroughly coat avocado with lemon juice.
2. Line salad bowl or individual salad plates or bowls with lettuce leaves. Mound salad in the centre. Garnish with chives or coriander.
Makes 4 servings.

Cottage Tips:
  1. Salad is best prepared just before serving.
  2. Ensure avocado is well coated with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.