Mango Salad
Mango salad is a refreshing, flavorful dish that balances sweetness, tanginess, and crunch, making it perfect as a side or light meal. It’s highly customizable and packed with nutrients, offering a delicious way to enjoy fresh mangoes with a variety of ingredients.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients:
- 3 medium or 2 large ripe mangoes peeled and sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper stem removed, seeded, and cut into thin strips
- ¼ medium red onion finely sliced
- 1 jalapeño pepper thinly sliced
- 2 cups of mixed fresh basil and mint leaves with some set aside for garnish
- ½ cup chopped toasted peanuts, reserving a portion for garnish
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon tamari
- ½ teaspoon honey or agave nectar
- ¼ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the mango, red bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño, tossing gently to mix.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together the lime juice, avocado oil, tamari, honey, ginger, and salt in a small bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. Add the fresh herbs and peanuts, then toss once more. Adjust seasoning if needed, garnish with the reserved herbs and peanuts, and serve immediately.