Spicy Thai Mango Salad You’ll Crave

This Spicy Thai Mango Salad Recipe is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with zesty and spicy flavors. It’s an easy salad recipe that’s perfect for summer gatherings and quick weeknight meals.

Packed with fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a tangy dressing, this salad is versatile and can be served as a side or a light main dish. Enjoy the balance of flavors and textures in every bite.

Quick and Flavorful Thai Mango Salad

This salad features juicy mango, crisp vegetables, and a spicy dressing made with lime juice, fish sauce, and chili flakes. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Enjoy this salad as a refreshing appetizer, side dish, or light meal on its own.

Ingredients

2 ripe mangoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, julienned
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce or soy sauce for a vegetarian option
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1-2 teaspoons red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
Salt to taste
Chopped peanuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and slice the mangoes and vegetables as indicated.

Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, and red chili flakes until well combined.
Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss mango slices, bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, red cabbage, cilantro, and mint together.
Add Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the dressing. Adjust seasoning with salt if needed.