Description
A vibrant and refreshing Thai Mango Salad that combines the tangy flavor of unripe mango with crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a zesty lime dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a side dish for any Thai-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large Thai green mango or unripe mango
- 1 large red pepper (Romano pepper preferred)
- a handful of Cos lettuce leaves
- 2 spring onions, white parts sliced finely
- 1 courgette
- 1 red chilli, diced finely
- a handful of roasted cashews (or peanuts), chopped
- fresh coriander and/or mint, chopped + a few whole leaves for decoration
- 2–3 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 small garlic clove, pressed
- 2 tbsp tamari (for gluten-free) or soy sauce
- 1 tsp maple syrup or sugar
- ground pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Julienne the mango, red pepper, and courgette using a sharp knife or julienne peeler. Tear the Cos lettuce leaves roughly.
- Whisk together lime juice, sesame oil, garlic, tamari or soy sauce, maple syrup or sugar, and ground pepper in a small bowl. Set aside to let flavors develop.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared mango, red pepper, courgette, lettuce, spring onions, and red chilli.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Sprinkle chopped cashews or peanuts over the top and garnish with fresh mint and/or coriander leaves.
- Serve immediately for best freshness.
Notes
- For a spicier salad, add extra diced red chilli or a drizzle of chili oil.
- Substitute peanuts for cashews if preferred.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but dressing and chopped vegetables can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 1 day.
- Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Thai Mango Salad, vegan Thai salad, gluten-free mango salad, spicy mango salad, Thai salad recipe