Quick And Easy Mango Slaw: A Fresh Weeknight Favorite Recipe
This Quick and Easy Mango Slaw is a fresh and vibrant weeknight favorite, featuring ripe mangoes, crisp green cabbage, and a tangy lime dressing with a hint of honey and sesame oil. Perfect as a light side dish, it’s both refreshing and packed with tropical flavors, making it an ideal accompaniment to a variety of meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Slaw Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 piece red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Slaw Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, shredded cabbage, grated carrot, sliced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro. Toss well to mix all the vegetables and fruit evenly.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined and smooth.
- Dress the Slaw: Pour the dressing over the mango and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing, ensuring every bite is flavorful.
- Let Flavors Meld: Allow the slaw to sit for about 5 to 10 minutes so the flavors meld together, enhancing the overall taste of the dish.
- Serve and Customize: Serve the slaw chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish. For added texture and flavor, consider adding diced avocado, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of chili flakes according to your preference.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can customize this slaw by adding ingredients such as diced avocado, chopped nuts, or even a sprinkle of chili flakes for a flavorful kick.
- For a crunchier texture, serve the slaw immediately after mixing the ingredients with the dressing.
- This mango slaw can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
