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Simple Thai Mango Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Thai mango salad combining ripe mangoes, crisp vegetables, and a tangy, sweet-spicy dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or appetizer, this salad is easy to prepare and packed with fresh flavors.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe mango, peeled and sliced into thin strips
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup sweet bell red pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup fresh bean sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Mango Salad Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons bottled sweet chili sauce
  • Juice and zest of 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic (about 1 small clove)
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce (or light soy sauce)

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, mix together sweet chili sauce, lime juice and zest, grated ginger, minced garlic, and fish sauce until well combined to create a tangy and flavorful dressing.
  2. Prepare the salad ingredients: In a serving bowl, combine sliced mango, bean sprouts, chopped red bell pepper, chopped cilantro, and green onion. Gently toss to mix the ingredients evenly.
  3. Toss with dressing and season: Just before serving, pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Taste and add salt and pepper as desired. If the mango is on the tarter side, consider adding a splash of maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, or extra sweet chili sauce to balance the flavor.
  4. Serve: Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or appetizer to complement your meal.

Notes

  • This recipe can be doubled or tripled easily to serve larger groups.
  • Use ripe mangoes for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • Fresh bean sprouts add a crunchy texture—feel free to substitute with shredded cabbage if unavailable.
  • Fish sauce can be substituted with light soy sauce for a vegetarian option.
  • If you prefer a more pronounced sweet and spicy flavor, adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce accordingly.

Find it online: https://sweetworldtastes.com/simple-thai-mango-salad-recipe/