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Mango Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad with sweet mangoes, crisp vegetables, and herbs tossed in a tangy lime dressing with a spicy kick. The perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.

20 minEasyServes 4165 cal/serving

ThaiSaladNo-CookVegetarianVeganGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, seeded, julienned
  • 2 carrots, julienned
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tsp fish sauce (substitute soy sauce for vegan option)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 red chili pepper, minced
  • 2 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (optional, omit for nut-free), chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine 2 peeled, julienned ripe mangoes, 1 thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 seeded, julienned cucumber, 2 julienned carrots, 1/2 thinly sliced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tsp fish sauce (substitute soy sauce for vegan option), 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 minced red chili pepper, and 2 minced garlic clove to make the dressing.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.

  5. 5

    If using, sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional, omit for nut-free) over the top just before serving.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

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