Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring ripe mango, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Peel and slice the ripe mangoes. Thinly slice the red bell pepper and cucumber, and grate the carrot. Chop the cilantro and mint, and set aside.
- Combine the base: In a large bowl, gently combine mango slices, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrot, cilantro, and mint. The colorful medley creates an inviting feast for the eyes!
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce (or soy sauce), honey, and optional chili flakes. The mixture will achieve a beautiful balance of sweet, salty, and sour—truly the essence of Thai cuisine.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mélange. Toss gently to coat each piece without bruising the delicate mangoes.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or for an enhanced experience, chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld even further.
Notes
Make ahead by chopping vegetables and storing in an airtight container. Add mango and dressing before serving for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg