Description
This fresh and vibrant Mango Slaw is a sweet-and-crunchy side dish featuring juicy mangoes, crisp cabbage, and a tangy lime dressing. Quick to prepare and full of bright flavors, it pairs perfectly with tacos, grilled chicken, burgers, or BBQ meals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, finely shredded green cabbage, grated carrot, thinly sliced red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro.
- Make Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Mix Slaw and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the mango and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
- Toss Gently: Toss everything gently but thoroughly until the mango and vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Rest to Blend Flavors: Let the mango slaw rest for 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.
- Can be made up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerated; toss again before serving.
- Add toasted sesame seeds or chopped nuts for extra texture if desired.
- This slaw pairs excellently with grilled meats and seafood or as a fresh taco topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
