Thai Mango Salad: Fresh and Flavorful Delight Recipe
This Thai Mango Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish that combines sweet ripe mangoes with crunchy vegetables and a tangy, flavorful dressing. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish, it balances sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements for an authentic taste of Thai cuisine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe mangoes, peeled and julienned
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 piece red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 piece cucumber, julienned
Herbs and Nuts
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
- 1 piece red chili, finely chopped (optional for heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Vegetables and Mangoes: In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned mangoes, shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, and julienned cucumber. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, lime juice, fish sauce (or soy sauce), honey (or agave syrup), and finely chopped red chili until well blended to create the salad dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients thoroughly with the flavorful dressing.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper as needed to enhance the flavors, adjusting until the salad tastes balanced and vibrant.
- Let Flavors Marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes so the flavors can meld and deepen, enhancing the overall taste.
- Add Herbs and Nuts before Serving: Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped cilantro and crushed roasted peanuts over the salad. Toss lightly to distribute for a fresh, crunchy finish.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute fish sauce with soy sauce.
- Add red chili according to your preferred spice level or omit for a milder salad.
- Serve the salad in a colorful bowl to enhance presentation.
- Garnish with extra cilantro and crushed peanuts for added flavor and texture.
Keywords: Thai mango salad, fresh mango salad, Thai salad, mango carrot salad, gluten free salad, no-cook salad, healthy Thai recipe
