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Thai Mango Cucumber Salad

Thai Mango Cucumber Salad: Refresh Your Plate in Minutes

Enjoy a vibrant Thai Mango Cucumber Salad that's a refreshing delight on the palate and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium ripe mangoes Use ripe mangoes for the best sweetness and juiciness.
  • 1 large English cucumber Keep the skin on for added texture.
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Feel free to swap for yellow or orange bell pepper.
  • 1/2 medium red onion Soak in water to mellow the flavor if needed.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Substitute with mint if preferred.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce For a vegan option, use soy sauce or tamari.
  • 1 tablespoon honey Agave syrup serves as a great vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash all produce. Dice the mango and cucumber into bite-sized pieces, and slice the red onion thinly. Chop cilantro finely and set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and chili flakes. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Add the diced mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Gently fold to combine.
  4. Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Serve the salad in a bowl, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It's not recommended to freeze this salad.

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