Salada de Manga

Salada de Manga is a vibrant Brazilian salad that combines the sweetness of ripe mango with the freshness of herbs and vegetables, creating a delightful and refreshing dish. Perfect as a side or light main course, this salad embodies the tropical flavors of Brazil.

Ingredients

• Ripe mango - 1 large, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Start by preparing all the ingredients: peel and dice the mango, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and dice the cucumber.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
3. Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl and gently toss the ingredients together.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.
7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 10 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, which support immune function and skin health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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