Description
A refreshing and vibrant Mango Cucumber Salad that combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the crispness of cucumbers, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash all fresh produce, peel and dice the mangoes, slice the cucumbers, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the cilantro.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced mango, sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently to combine.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the lime dressing over the mango and cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or plate and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or chili flakes.
- Use green onions instead of red onion for a milder flavor.
- Swap cilantro for parsley if preferred.
- For creaminess, consider adding diced avocado.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mango Cucumber Salad, Summer Salad, Refreshing Salad, Healthy Salad