Description
Thai Mango Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish featuring sweet ripe mango, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy, slightly spicy dressing. Topped with peanuts and fresh cilantro, this salad balances sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors for a bright and delicious Thai-inspired dish.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup peanuts, crushed
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl combine the julienned mangoes, red bell pepper, cucumber, chopped cilantro, and crushed peanuts.
2. In a small bowl whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce (or soy sauce), honey, and chili flakes.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
4. Gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
5. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Notes
For a vegetarian or vegan version, replace fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari.
Use slightly firm ripe mangoes so they hold their shape when julienned.
Add shredded carrots or thinly sliced red onion for extra crunch and flavor.
Top with extra peanuts or fresh herbs such as mint or Thai basil for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving