Mango Salad Pasta

Mango Salad Pasta combines the sweetness of ripe mango with the savory flavors of Thai cuisine, creating a refreshing dish perfect for warm days. This unique pasta salad is packed with vibrant colors and textures, making it both visually appealing and delicious.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pasta - 150 grams
• Ripe mango - 1 large, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Fresh cilantro - 30 grams, chopped
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Cook the whole wheat pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the dressing by whisking together lime juice, fish sauce, honey, chili flakes, and olive oil in a small bowl.
3. Once the pasta is cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced mango, julienned cucumber, sliced red bell pepper, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro.
5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
6. Garnish the salad with crushed peanuts on top before serving. Enjoy your refreshing Mango Salad Pasta!

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from mango and vegetables, supporting immune function.
• Whole wheat pasta provides more fiber than regular pasta, aiding digestion.

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