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Mango Slaw

Bright and Fresh Mango Slaw: Your New Favorite Side Dish

Mango Slaw is a vibrant and fresh side dish perfect for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or as a topping for tacos.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 2 cups Ripe Mangoes Diced
  • 2 cups Green Cabbage Shredded
  • 1 large Carrot Grated
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Sliced
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion Chopped
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup For sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Nutty flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • grater

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by washing and peeling your ingredients. Dice the ripe mangoes into small cubes, shred the green cabbage finely, and grate the carrot. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and chop the red onion.
  2. Place all these colorful ingredients into a large mixing bowl, ensuring a vibrant medley that will make your Mango Slaw pop with freshness.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together freshly squeezed lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and sesame oil. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well-combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the mango-vegetable mixture in the large bowl and gently toss everything together until well-coated.
  5. Allow the slaw to rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to help the flavors meld.
  6. After resting, give it a gentle toss again before serving. Enjoy your Mango Slaw chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose ripe mangoes for the best flavor. Adjust dressing ingredients to your taste and add optional extras like avocado or nuts.

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