Mango Salad

This vibrant Mango Salad combines the sweetness of fresh mangoes with the crunch of colorful vegetables, creating a refreshing and healthy dish that captures the essence of summer. Perfect for a light lunch, it’s both satisfying and dairy-free.

Ingredients

• Ripe mango - 1 large, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, julienned cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, grated carrot, and sliced red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine all the ingredients evenly.
4. Add the chopped cilantro and toss again for added flavor.
5. Serve immediately in bowls or chill for 10 minutes in the refrigerator before serving for a cooler dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 290 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from mangoes, promoting immune health.
• High in fiber from vegetables, aiding digestion.

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