Refreshing Mango Slaw (Printable)
Sweet mango meets crisp vegetables in a tangy lime dressing. Perfect summer side ready in 20 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Fruits & Vegetables
01 - 2 cups fresh mango, julienned (about 2 medium ripe mangos)
02 - 1 1/2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup carrots, julienned
04 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
05 - 2 scallions, thinly sliced
06 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
→ Dressing
07 - 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
10 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
11 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
12 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - Optional: 1/2 jalapeño, seeded and minced (for heat)
→ Garnish
15 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
16 - Optional: 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
# How To Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mango, red cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, scallions, and cilantro.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Add jalapeño if using.
03 - Pour the dressing over the mango slaw mixture. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Let the slaw sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and peanuts before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The sweet and tangy combination wakes up tired palates instantly
- It comes together in under 20 minutes with zero cooking required
- The colors alone make everyone at the table excited to eat
02 -
- Slicing the mango into strips instead of cubes makes every bite more elegant and easier to eat
- The slaw gets watery if it sits too long—dress it no more than an hour before serving
- Avoid using a food processor which bruise the vegetables and release too much moisture
03 -
- A sharp mandoline makes quick work of the julienne cuts and ensures uniform pieces
- Taste a piece of mango before starting—if it's not sweet, add an extra teaspoon of honey to the dressing