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Thai Mango Cucumber Salad

Thai Mango Cucumber Salad: Refreshing Vegan Bliss in Minutes

This Thai Mango Cucumber Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that delivers a burst of tropical flavors, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces Ripe Mangoes Ensure they are at peak ripeness for maximum sweetness.
  • 1 piece Cucumber An English cucumber adds crunch; don’t peel for extra texture.
  • 1 piece Red Bell Pepper Diced for color and sweetness; uniform pieces enhance presentation.
  • 0.5 piece Red Onion Thinly sliced for a mild flavor that complements without overpowering.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Brightens the dish with herbal notes; always use fresh.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is best for that zesty brightness.
  • 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce Adds umami depth; substitute with soy sauce for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Sweetens the dressing; adjust based on your preference for sweetness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Chili Flakes Adds a hint of heat; customize based on your spice tolerance.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • spatula
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the ripe mangoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Dice the mango into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they are sweet and juicy. Slice the cucumber and bell pepper uniformly, and thinly slice the red onion. Chop a generous handful of fresh cilantro and set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lime juice, fish sauce (or soy sauce), honey, and chili flakes until the honey dissolves. Adjust the sweetness with more honey if desired.
  3. Gently toss all the diced mango, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro in the large mixing bowl, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture, folding gently using a spatula.
  5. Allow the salad to sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature to meld flavors.
  6. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

Ensure to use ripe mangoes for optimal sweetness and allow resting time for enhanced flavors.

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