Refreshing Mango Salad with Lime Dressing
A vibrant salad featuring juicy mango, crisp vegetables, and a tangy lime dressing, perfect for summer picnics and light meals.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced Choose ripe mangoes for the best flavor.
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 piece red bell pepper, thinly sliced Can substitute with carrot ribbons or avocado.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey Can use maple syrup or agave for vegan option.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Peel the mangoes and slice them thinly.
- Slice the red onion, cucumber, and red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Making the Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine the fresh lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk everything together until well blended and smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- In a large salad bowl, add the sliced mango, red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes.
- Add the chopped cilantro and mint.
Dressing the Salad
- Drizzle your prepared lime dressing over the salad mixture.
- Toss the ingredients gently until they are well coated.
Chill and Serve
- Let your salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
- Just before serving, give the salad one final gentle toss to redistribute the dressing.
Garnish
- Optional: Garnish with extra cilantro or mint leaves and a sprinkle of chopped nuts for added crunch.
Enjoy
- Savor the refreshing flavors of your homemade salad.
Notes
Best served chilled; consume within 1-2 days. Adjust dressing sweetness to taste.