Mango Salad

Name: Mango Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients: 4 cups baby spinach; 1 mango, peeled and cubed; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup sliced almonds; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp orange juice; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp white wine vinegar; Salt and pepper to taste

2023-07-11

By Green Fan

Tropical

Salad

Time-Saving Tips and Hacks for Making Mango Salad Using Modern Kitchen Tools

Dice Mangoes Quickly and Evenly with a Food Processor

Tip: Use a food processor to quickly and evenly dice your mangoes. This tool makes it much faster than cutting them by hand, and you'll get perfect cubes every time, saving you prep time.

Heat Your Salad Dressing Faster with an Induction Stove

Tip: If you're making a warm dressing to drizzle over your mango salad, use the induction stove to heat it efficiently. The fast heat response makes warming your dressing much quicker compared to a traditional stove.

Make Crispy Salad Toppings Quickly with an Air Fryer

Tip: If you're adding roasted nuts or seeds to your mango salad, use the air fryer. Simply set it to 350°F and air fry for 5-7 minutes for crispy, roasted toppings in a fraction of the time.

Tips and Suggestions on Mango Salad

Choose the Right Mango

Ensure your mango is ripe for the best flavor. A ripe mango will give slightly when pressed and have a sweet, fragrant aroma.

Sweet and Savory Balance

Balance the sweetness of the mango with savory ingredients like red onions, avocado, or a squeeze of lime juice for contrast.

Fresh Herbs

Add cilantro or mint to bring freshness and enhance the overall flavor profile of the salad.

Spice it Up

If you like some heat, add sliced jalapeños or chili flakes to give your mango salad an extra kick!

Complementary Dressings

A light dressing with lime juice and olive oil works wonderfully, or you can create a tangy honey-lime dressing for extra flavor.

Pairing Suggestions

This mango salad pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or as a light side dish to accompany your main course.

Classic Mango Salad Recipe

                        Ingredients
                        4 cups baby spinach
1 mango, peeled and cubed
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp orange juice
1 tbsp honey
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

                    

                        Instructions
                        In a large mixing bowl, combine the baby spinach, cubed mango, thinly sliced red onion,
                                sliced almonds and dried cranberries.
In a small jar, add the olive oil, orange juice, honey, white wine vinegar and salt and
                                pepper. Close the jar and shake to combine the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss lightly.
Serve immediately.

                    

Cooking Time

Preparation Time 10 min

Cook Time 10 min

Total time 20 min

                        Nutrition Facts
                        Calories: 230
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 22g
Protein: 6g

                    