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Zesty Thai Mango Salad

Brighten Your Day with Zesty Thai Mango Salad Delight

Enjoy a refreshing Zesty Thai Mango Salad filled with vibrant flavors and colors, perfect as a light meal or side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 ripe mangoes sweet and juicy
  • 1 cup shredded carrots adds crunch
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber julienned
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves chopped
  • ¼ cup peanuts crushed, optional
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds optional
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice zesty tanginess
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 clove garlic minced

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, honey, chili flakes, and minced garlic. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine diced mangoes, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to coat evenly.
  4. Sprinkle chopped cilantro and mint leaves over the salad and mix gently.
  5. Top with crushed peanuts and sesame seeds if desired.
  6. Serve immediately or chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, consider making the dressing separately and adding it just before serving if you plan to store leftovers.

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