Thai Mango Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with bold flavors, this Thai Mango Salad is the ultimate side dish to elevate any meal. Featuring juicy, sweet mangoes paired with crisp carrots, vibrant red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, this salad is a colorful celebration of fresh produce. Tossed with a tangy, umami-packed dressing made from lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and a touch of sesame oil, it strikes the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Fresh cilantro, fragrant mint, and crunchy roasted peanuts add layers of texture and aroma, making every bite irresistibly satisfying. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook dish is ideal as a light appetizer or a summery accompaniment to grilled meats or seafood. Whether you're hosting a dinner or craving a taste of Thailand, this easy Thai Mango Salad is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe mangoes
• 1 whole carrot
• 1 whole red bell pepper
• 0.5 whole red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cup roasted peanuts
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 whole Thai red chili
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Peel the ripe mangoes and slice them into thin matchstick-style strips or julienne them. Place in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and julienne the carrot into thin strips. Add it to the bowl with the mangoes.

Step 3

Core and seed the red bell pepper, then cut it into thin slices. Add it to the same bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the other vegetables and mangoes.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves. Add them to the salad mixture.

Step 6

Chop the roasted peanuts and set them aside for garnishing later.

Step 7

Prepare the dressing by combining the lime juice, fish sauce, honey, sesame oil, finely chopped Thai red chili, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk well until combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss all the ingredients gently to coat everything evenly.

Step 9

Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Garnish the top with the chopped roasted peanuts and extra cilantro leaves if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish to complement your meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1197.5 grams (1197.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	973

Total Fat 36.90g	47%
Saturated Fat 6.10g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3168mg	138%
Total Carbohydrate 161.90g	59%
Dietary Fiber 25.30g	90%
Total Sugars 127.90g
Protein 23.90g	48%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360mg	28%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 2558mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 60.2%