Spicy Mango and Cucumber Salad
This vibrant salad combines the sweetness of ripe mango with the refreshing crunch of cucumber, all enhanced by a spicy lime dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a side dish, it brings a delightful balance of flavors and textures to your table. Enjoy this colorful dish that is both nutritious and satisfying!
This recipe is lunch, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep.
Prep: 15 min · Total: 15 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include olive oil, fresh cilantro, lime juice, cucumber.
- Follow all 4 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 tbsp jalapeño pepper (minced)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups ripe mango (diced)
- 1 cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and minced jalapeño pepper.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 130
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.