Mango Salad with Lime Dressing
A vibrant and refreshing dish bursting with juicy mango and creamy avocado, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe mangoes Sweet, juicy, and fragrant.
- 1 piece avocado Creamy and rich.
- ½ small red onion Adds a sharp flavor and vibrant color.
- 1 small cucumber Crisp and refreshing.
- 1 cup fresh coriander (cilantro) leaves Aromatic and flavorful.
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts Adds crunchy texture.
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tbsp sweet chili sauce Provides sweet and mildly spicy kick.
- Juice of 2 pieces limes Brings burst of acidity.
- 1 tbsp olive oil Adds richness.
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup Ties the dressing together.
- ½ tsp freshly grated ginger Adds warm, peppery notes.
- to taste sea salt flakes Just a pinch enhances flavor.
- to taste cracked black pepper Adds slight heat.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, and freshly grated ginger. Season with a pinch of sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste.
- In a shallow serving bowl, layer the diced mango, cucumber slices, avocado cubes, finely sliced red onion, and roughly chopped coriander.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the layered salad.
- Sprinkle the crushed peanuts generously on top of the salad.
- Just before serving, gently toss the salad to combine all the flavors.
Notes
Consider chilling all ingredients before preparing for a refreshing salad. You can also experiment with different nuts or add a pinch of red chili flakes for an extra kick. Best enjoyed fresh due to avocado browning.