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Avocado Mango Broccoli Salad

Years ago, there was a dessert that I would occasionally treat myself to. It involved a brownie, a scoop of ice cream, a little cast iron skillet, hot fudge and a hot caramel sauce. The brownie and the caramel sauce were heated in the oven until sizzling. It was topped with the ice cream and hot fudge. What made this dessert so special was the combination of hot and cold, and the opposing textures of smooth and crunchy. Why is this being discussed before a recipe for a salad? Opposing textures apply to all food. They creates a more interesting mouth feel and are a simple way to add complexity. This quick and easy salad uses opposing textures and flavors. The result is divine.

 

 

As we hit the “dog days” of August, salad for dinner is an appetizing alternative to heavier meals. A dinner salad requires some substance. Avocados and mangoes are a great flavor combination but very similar in texture. By adding broccoli and a red onion, you introduce the crunch, and a big nutritional boost . Broccoli provides vitamin A, C, folic acid, and a healthy dose of calcium, magnesium and iron. Broccoli also contains Indoles, which can inactivate harmful estrogens that promote tumor growth, Sulforaphane, which stimulates cells to make cancer fighting enzymes, and beta carotene which is another known cancer fighter. Broccoli contains 26% protein and a healthy dose of calcium.

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43 Comments

  1. Paula Urquhart wrote on May 28, 2010

    PS: I know we have emailed via hotmail account and regarding me praising you and your creations I had worded the last sentence incorrectly, sorry to let you know I posted photos OF MY success to using your recipes, would NEVER infringe on your copyright ever & as for the link I had mentioned to you to get people learning about you, and to GET in touch with YOU regarding any recipes, I apologize if the comment isn’t straight forward. I only use these recipes for ME, to eat more healthy… thank YOU for inspiring me.

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  2. Paula Urquhart wrote on May 28, 2010

    Hello Susan I’d like to tell you another great invention & now another favourite! I am making this dish once again… between this one & the Broccoli Stirfry I love my broccoli again, lol Not like when I was a kid, ewe, I’m not eating those green little trees, haha… THANK YOU for your rawmazing creations, you are truly gifted xx PS: have networked your website with all my facebook friends they should know this site is the best!! Best of success, always! Paula
    I have posted pictures from your site that I have made & get a lot of great feedback!

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  3. Stacy wrote on May 14, 2010

    I have to tell you, this has become a staple at my house. I make it at least once a week. It’s a very satisfying meal and I love that I almost always have the ingredients on hand if I’m short on time!

    S

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  4. Isabel wrote on March 8, 2010

    Made this yesterday and today.. delicious, i think i’m addicted!!

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  5. Janet wrote on October 1, 2009

    FYI: This isn’t listed on your recipes page under “Salads”.

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  6. Janet wrote on October 1, 2009

    I’ve made this 3X in the past 2 weeks—always to rave reviews. It is so amazingly tasty! Doesn’t last long at our house.

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  7. Jean wrote on August 23, 2009

    I made this for a raw potluck. I was hesitant because of the broccoli mango combination. I did add an extra cup of processed mango to make it saucier. It was my first potluck and this was gone before all the other dishes. I didn’t even get seconds on it!

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  8. Phil wrote on August 23, 2009

    Can’t wait to try this. For laughs, I should take a picture of mine and compare it to yours. I’ve already commented on how intimidated your perfect slicing makes me.

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  9. Cindi wrote on August 20, 2009

    This salad was awesome! I just loved the different textures and the flavors really blended well together, I will definitely make it again.

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