Avocado-Mango Salad with Fresh (or Blue) Cheese, Ba

Name: Avocado-Mango Salad with Fresh (or Blue) Cheese, Bacon, and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices bacon; 1/2 cup hulled untoasted pumpkin seeds; 1/3 cup fresh lime juice; 1/3 cup vegetable oil or olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, peeled; Fresh hot green chile or taste (I like a large Serrano or a small jalapeno), stemmed (optional); 1 tablespoon honey; Salt; 1 large head Boston/butterhead lettuce (or an equivalent amount of Bibb lettuce), leaves separated; 2 large ripe avocados; 2 ripe mangoes; A generous 3/4 cup coarsely crumbled Mexican queso fresco or mild blue cheese (Gorgonzola is great)

Servings: persons

4 slices bacon
1/2 cup hulled untoasted pumpkin seeds
1/3 cup fresh lime juice
1/3 cup vegetable oil or olive oil
2 garlic cloves, peeled
Fresh hot green chile or taste (I like a large Serrano or a small jalapeno), stemmed (optional)
1 tablespoon honey
Salt
1 large head Boston/butterhead lettuce (or an equivalent amount of Bibb lettuce), leaves separated
2 large ripe avocados
2 ripe mangoes
A generous 3/4 cup coarsely crumbled Mexican queso fresco or mild blue cheese (Gorgonzola is great)

1
Arrange the bacon slices between a double layer of paper towels on a microwaveable plate.
2
Microwave on high (100%) for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 minutes, until crispy.
3
Pour the pumpkin seeds into a small skillet and set over medium heat.
4
Once the first one pops, stir constantly until all have popped from flat to round, about 5 minutes.
5
Scoop about one-third of the seeds into a blender jar and add the lime juice.
6
Pour the remainder into a small dish.
7
Return the skilled to medium heat and measure in the oil.
8
Add the garlic and optional chile.
9
Cook, stirring regularly, until the garlic is soft and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
10
Scrape the oil, garlic, and optional chile into the blender.
11
Add the honey and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
12
Process until smooth.
13
Taste and season with more salt if you think necessary.
14
(It should be highly seasoned.)
15
Divide the lettuce among four dinner plates.
16
Pit the avocados, scoop the flesh from the skin and cut it into slices.
17
Peel the mangoes, then cut the flesh from the pits.
18
Slice to match the avocado pieces.
19
Arrange the avocados and mangoes in the center of the lettuce.
20
Drizzle the dressing over everything, then sprinkle with the cheese and the reserved toasted pumpkin seeds.
21
Crumble the bacon and strew it over the top, and the salad is ready.

465

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices bacon, 1/2 cup hulled untoasted pumpkin seeds, 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, 1/3 cup vegetable oil or olive oil, and more.

Yes, Avocado-Mango Salad with Fresh (or Blue) Cheese, Bacon, and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Avocado-Mango Salad with Fresh (or Blue) Cheese, Bacon, and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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