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mango cucumber salad

A refreshing and vibrant mango cucumber salad, perfect for a light lunch, a healthy snack, or a delightful side dish to complement your main course. This recipe combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the crispness of cucumbers and a zesty lime dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 each ripe mangoes peeled and diced
  • 1.5 each English cucumber thinly sliced or spiralized
  • 0.5 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.25 cup peanuts chopped, for garnish (optional)

Lime Dressing

  • 2 tablespoon lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce optional, for umami
  • 0.5 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for a kick

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, sliced English cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients: lime juice, rice vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), fish sauce (if using), grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until well combined.
  • Pour the prepared dressing over the mango and cucumber mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss everything together to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Serve the mango cucumber salad immediately for best results, or chill it in the refrigerator for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with chopped peanuts if desired.

Notes

This salad is highly adaptable! Feel free to add other fresh ingredients like avocado, bell peppers, or even grilled shrimp for a more substantial meal. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes. For a vegan option, skip the fish sauce and use maple syrup instead of honey.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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