Mango salad

Mango salad recipes are believed to have originated in Thailand, where the fruit is abundant and often used in dishes. The dish is thought to have then spread to other Southeast Asian countries, such as Vietnam and Burma. From there, it is believed to have made its way to India, where it has become a popular side dish.

Mango salad recipes typically include a combination of diced mango, cucumber, onion, chili peppers, and lime juice. The salad is often served with fish or chicken.

While the dish has its roots in Southeast Asia, it has become popular in many parts of the world, including the United States. In recent years, mango salad has been featured on the menus of many restaurants. It has also become a popular recipe to make at home.

Advice

Making a mango salad is a great way to add a bit of sweetness and texture to your dish. Start by washing and chopping one ripe mango into cubes. Then, add in some diced red onions, cucumber slices, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro for a delicious flavor combination. To finish, make a dressing with freshly squeezed lime juice, olive oil, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss everything together and enjoy! When selecting a mango, look for one that is slightly soft but still firm. The firmer the mango, the sweeter it will be. Additionally, you can experiment with adding other ingredients like jalapenos, bell peppers, and feta cheese to create a unique and flavorful salad.

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Recipes

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Thai Green Mango Salad

  • red chile
  • chicken
  • cilantro
  • basil
  • coconut
  • lime juice
  • peanut
  • thai chile sauce
  • bean sprout
  • brown sugar
  • green
  • fish sauce
  • spring onion
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Green Mango Salad

  • salt
  • garlic
  • cilantro
  • lime juice
  • peanut
  • fish sauce
  • mint
  • shrimp
  • sesame seed
  • vegetable oil
  • light brown sugar
  • shallot
  • green thai chile
  • green mango
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Thai Crab-and-Green-Mango Salad

  • rice vinegar
  • lump crab
  • shallot
  • basil
  • sambal oelek
  • mint
  • water
  • cilantro
  • lime juice
  • tangerine juice
  • sugar
  • fish sauce
  • garlic
  • green mango
  • cucumber
  • thai red chile
  • carrot
  • green onion
  • watercress
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Chipotle Chicken Mango Salad

  • mango
  • lemon juice
  • almond
  • mango chutney
  • mayonnaise
  • sour cream
  • iceberg lettuce
  • boar' chipotle chicken
  • boar' chipotle gouda
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Mango Salad with Crab and Chiles

  • Salad
  • pepper
  • salt
  • lump crabmeat
  • avocado
  • mango
  • chive
  • butter lettuce
  • Vinaigrette
  • lime juice
  • honey
  • ño
  • shallot
  • olive oil
  • orange juice
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Green Mango Salad with Grilled Beef

  • juice
  • soy sauce
  • sugar
  • vegetable oil
  • beef top loin steak
  • asian basil
  • garlic
  • green mango
  • bird' eye chile
  • peanut
  • vietnamese fish sauce
  • lemongrass
  • shallot
  • sugar
  • vietnamese fish sauce
  • cilantro
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Thai Mango Salad with Peanut Dressing

  • apple cider vinegar
  • honey
  • tamari
  • sesame oil
  • jalapeño
  • bell pepper
  • green onion
  • peanut
  • cilantro
  • peanut butter
  • lime juice
  • red pepper flake
  • garlic
  • champagne mango
  • butter leaf lettuce
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Avocado and Mango Salad

  • black pepper
  • salt
  • ancho chile
  • cumin
  • jalapeño
  • cilantro
  • onion
  • agave nectar
  • avocado
  • butter lettuce
  • olive oil
  • lime juice
  • mango

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
mango
lime juice
cilantro
olive oil
shallot
garlic
basil
peanut
green onion
vegetable oil
avocado
green mango
onion
water
sugar
fish sauce
jalapeño
mint
shrimp
honey
pepper
light brown sugar
chive
tomato
lemon juice
jicama
black pepper
butter lettuce
vietnamese fish sauce
red chile
chicken
coconut
thai chile sauce
bean sprout
brown sugar
green
spring onion
sweet red
black bean
sesame seed
green thai chile
lime
orange
greens salad
lobster tail
dill
parsely
rosemary
steak
plum tomato
buttermilk
salad green
rice vinegar
lump crab
sambal oelek
tangerine juice
cucumber
thai red chile
carrot
watercress
nuac mam sauce
vinegar
chili garlic sauce
roast chicken
mesclun
red wine vinegar
almond
mango chutney
mayonnaise
sour cream
iceberg lettuce
boar' chipotle chicken
boar' chipotle gouda
palm heart
tomatillo
serrano chile
white balsamic vinegar
feta
cherry tomato
parsley
dijon mustard
lump crabmeat
ño
orange juice
tajín clásico seasoning
snow kiss melon
juice
soy sauce
beef top loin steak
asian basil
bird' eye chile
lemongrass
apple cider vinegar
tamari
sesame oil
bell pepper
peanut butter
red pepper flake
champagne mango
butter leaf lettuce
ancho chile
cumin
agave nectar

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 39%

Common Ingredients

  • lime juice 33%

Usual Ingredients

  • cilantro 28%
  • garlic 28%
  • green onion 28%
  • mango 28%