Vegan Thai Mango Salad – A Refreshing, Zesty Delight
Introduction
This Vegan Thai Mango Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish bursting with sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. Made with ripe mangoes, crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing, it’s a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Whether as a light lunch, a side dish, or a healthy snack, this salad is a delicious way to enjoy Thai-inspired flavors in a plant-based way.
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 2 ripe mangoes, julienned or thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ½ cucumber, julienned
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup roasted peanuts or cashews (for crunch)
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional, for spice)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil (optional)
- ½ teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)