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Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe

Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe for a Zesty Summer Delight

This refreshing mango salad recipe is a vibrant summer dish combining sweet mangoes, crunchy cucumbers, and fragrant herbs, ready in under 15 minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Ripe Mangoes Substitution: Frozen mangoes can be used if thawed and drained.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Substitution: Shallots for a milder flavor.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Substitution: Zucchini for a similar texture.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitution: Yellow or orange bell pepper for color variation.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Substitution: Grape tomatoes or diced regular tomatoes.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Substitution: Parsley for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Substitution: Basil for a different herbal twist.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Substitution: Lemon juice for a similar acidity.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Substitution: Maple syrup or agave for a vegan option.
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil Substitution: Avocado oil for a neutral flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Use kosher salt for better texture.
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Optional: Replace with cayenne for heat.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Whisk
  • Serving Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by peeling and thinly slicing the ripe mangoes, ensuring each piece glistens with sweetness. Next, thinly slice the red onion, cucumber, and red bell pepper to create a crunchy contrast. Halve the vibrant cherry tomatoes for juicy bites. Set all these beautifully colored ingredients aside in a large mixing bowl.
    Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir vigorously for about 30 seconds until the mixture emulsifies and becomes a cohesive, zesty dressing.
    Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe
  3. In the large salad bowl with your prepared mango and vegetables, gently layer the sliced ingredients: mango, onion, cucumber, bell pepper, and halved cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle in the fresh cilantro and mint.
    Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe
  4. Now, pour the zesty dressing over the salad, ensuring an even coating across all the ingredients. Using tongs or a large spoon, toss the salad gently for about 1-2 minutes.
    Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes. When ready to serve, remove the salad from the fridge, letting the colors and scents of the Refreshing Mango Salad come alive.
    Refreshing Mango Salad Recipe

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose ripe mangoes for the sweetest flavor. Store the dressing separately if you plan on leftovers to maintain the salad's crispness.

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