Mango Slaw
Mango Slaw is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the crunch of fresh vegetables. This healthy slaw, drizzled with zesty lime dressing, is not just a side dish; it’s a celebration of flavors that brightens up any meal. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make recipe can be customized with nuts for an extra crunch or spicy jalapeños for heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced mangoes, shredded cabbage, grated carrots, sliced red bell pepper, red onion rings, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Allow the slaw to rest for 5-10 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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