*Here’s some more of our much loved summer mango recipes you should definitely give a try to - Mango Kale Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad, Mango Salsa, Mango Smoothie, Mango Juice, Mango Lassi.
Why You Will Love This Salad
Ingredients
To get started, let’s talk about produce. Here’s everything you’ll need to make this mango salad: My healthy mango salad also happens to be both gluten-free and vegan, meaning it’s perfect for any gathering. It’s fast, it’s nutritious and it is absolutely packed to the gills with flavor. What’s not to love? I am also a huge fan of how balanced my mango cucumber salad is. Texturally speaking, you have crisp romaine, snappy cukes and bell peppers, plus creamy mangoes. In terms of flavor, it is an agrodolce-peppery masterpiece. Whether you treat yourself to a WFH lunch, light dinner or tasty side salad, this simple mango salad recipe is a winner.
Mango Cubes - Choose nice, ripe mangos. They should be firm to the touch, but yield slightly with a firm squeeze.Red Bell Pepper - You can also swap in either yellow or orange capsicum if you prefer. I just love the bright red color against the rest of the dish!Red Onion - You can substitute sweet onions if you so desire. TIP: soak onion slices in chilled water for 5-7 minutes, then drain thoroughly. This will remove some of the “bite.“Cucumber - Either use a seedless variety, or scoop the seeds out prior to chopping for best results.Lettuce - I love the crispity-crunch of romaine, but you can substitute any lettuce you prefer. Little gem or butter lettuces would make for a lovely swap.Cilantro - I definitely recommend using cilantro, as it gives this salad a certain je ne sais quois. However, if it is unavailable or you don’t like it, you can substitute it with parsley instead.
Here’s everything you’ll need to make my tangy-spicy-sweet Lime Dill Vinaigrette:
How to Make My Summer Mango Salad
Start with making the lime dill vinaigrette dressing. Add all the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk together all the ingredients well and let it rest for 10 minutes. *Cover and refrigerate it until you are ready to serve the salad. Dressing will keep for up to 3 days in the refrigerator. In a large bowl, add chopped lettuce, diced mangoes, sliced onions, diced cucumber, red pepper and cilantro. *At this point you can cover and refrigerate it if you wish to serve it later. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad… …and toss to combine. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
Add-ins
While this easy mango salad is absolutely divine as is, feel free to make it your own with any of these optional add-ins:
Protein : roasted chicken, shrimp, turkey, bbq salmon, grilled white fishGrains & Legumes: quinoa, black beans, or corn Fruits - avocado, strawberry, pineapple, tomatoesGreens - kale, spinach, or lettuce of choice (e.g. romaine, butterhead, arugula)Nuts : peanuts, cashew nuts, almonds
The list above is in no way comprehensive - the opportunities for customization are endless! Remember, there’s no wrong answers. This is your salad, after all.
Serving Ideas
As a healthy, gluten free, vegan dish that is sweet enough for kids and complex enough for the adults, my mango salad recipe is perfect for just about any occasion and any summertime food pairing. It’s a great option as a potluck side for summer. It goes well with just about everything including: grilled fish, tandoori dishes, steaks, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, and skewers.
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