Description
This refreshing Mango Slaw combines sweet mangoes, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy lime dressing for a light and colorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and dice the mangoes into bite-sized cubes.
- Finely shred the cabbage and grate the carrot.
- Thinly slice the red bell pepper and red onion.
- Combine the mangoes, cabbage, carrot, bell pepper, onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss gently until coated evenly.
- Let the slaw rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm mangoes for the best texture.
- Add avocado, nuts, or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Keep dressing separate if preparing ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0