Let’s be honest. Sometimes, getting your daily leafy greens into your belly can be a bit tough. Luckily, that all changes when you get a little creative. Fruity, fresh, and perfectly ripe. Mango turns an otherwise unappealing bowl of lettuce into something sensational. By throwing mango into your summer salads, you create an amazing blend of tastes and textures. And there’s so much variety. From spicy Thai mango salads to Mediterranean-style mango salads, the excitement never stops. Let’s get into the recipes!
1. Filipino Mango and Tomato Salad
This Filipino mango and tomato salad tastes like a party in your mouth. It’s light, refreshing, and pairs beautifully with grilled meats and seafood. Fresh veggies and mangos are tossed in an Asian-style vinaigrette dressing. This coats each and every bite in yumminess. Delicious as a side, or as a tasty lunch summer salad. You’ll want to eat it by the spoonful.
2. Thai Green Mango Salad
The wonderful thing about this Thai green mango salad is the amazing mix of textures. Green mango is very popular in Thai cuisine. It adds a tasty tangy and nutty flavor to this dish. That crunchy fruit is mixed with bean sprouts, unsweetened coconut, bean sprouts, and spring onions for a texture explosion. Then, all those flavorful ingredients are tossed together in a refreshing lime dressing. Simply delish!
3. Thai Prawn Mango Salad
Need a refreshing summer salad to beat the heat? This Thai prawn salad is the ultimate cooling dish. Bursting with juicy prawns, tropical mango, and fragrant herbs, every bite is mouthwatering. Plus, this no-cook salad comes together in under 15 minutes. It’s perfect for those hot days when you don’t want to hang around a hot stove.
4. Broccoli Salad with Mango Chutney Dressing
If there ever was a showstopper of a salad, this is it! One taste of this broccoli salad with mango chutney dressing, and you’re hooked. And it looks as good as it tastes. Brimming with eye-catching reds and greens, it screams summertime. It’s packed with raw broccoli, fresh fruits, dried fruits, nuts, and bacon. And that’s all tossed in a sensational mango chutney dressing. Yum!
5. Spicy Thai Mango Salad
Even salads can pack a spicy punch. This spicy Thai mango salad balances the heat with fresh mango, cucumber, and carrot. This recipe is inspired by Som Tam, a popular salad in Thailand using unripe green papaya. To make this dish a little sweeter, ripe mango takes the place of green papaya. The spiciness, saltiness, and sweetness of the dressing beautifully tie everything together. Be warned, this salad is seriously addictive!
6. Chicken Mango Avocado Salad
As much as I love eating out, making delicious dishes at home is super satisfying. And it’s a whole lot cheaper! That’s why I love this Cheesecake Factory copycat chicken mango avocado salad. Winner, winner, chicken dinner. This delicious salad is loaded with chicken, lettuce, mango, avocado, and crunchy almonds. It has everything you need in one healthy bowl. Grab a fork and dig in!
7. Mediterranean-Style Mango Salad
Nothing says summer like the bright, fresh, and vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. And this Mediterranean-style mango salad is bursting with just that. A gorgeous rainbow of colors from the medley of veggies makes this dish mouthwatering to look at. And good news, it tastes great, too! Ripe mango slices, cool cucumber, crunchy red pepper, and refreshing herbs. That’s all pulled together with spicy Aleppo pepper and tangy lime juice. Need I say more?
8. Mango Salad with Lime
This mango salad with lime is super bright and refreshing. Packed with juicy mangos and crunchy veggies, it’s the ultimate side dish to grilled meats and fish. Sweet mango pairs beautifully with cool cucumber, bell peppers, and mint. And that’s all smothered in an irresistible lime dressing. Delicious as a side dish and fabulous on its own, enjoy this salad by the spoonful!
9. Mango Black Bean Salad
Protein-packed and fiber-rich, this mango black bean salad is brimming with healthy goodness. Not only is it healthy, but it’s also super quick to throw together. You can have this delicious, almost too-good-to-be-true salad on the table in just over 10 minutes. It’s perfect for when you need a quick and healthy side salad to pair with your favorite protein. I love to pile those tasty beans on barbecued chicken. Delish!
10. Avocado Mango Fruit Salad
Avocado and mango are the delicious pairing you need to try. And this salad is why. Creamy, juicy, and bright, it’s impossible not to love this avocado mango fruit salad. This summer sensation is drizzled with a creamy yogurt dressing for extra indulgence. It’s lovely and light while still being super flavorful. Don’t hang about. Get stuck into this salad as soon as it’s served to avoid browning fruits.
11. Jicama Mango Salad with Cilantro and Lime
Need a crisp, fresh side salad to go with your Asian and Mexican dishes? Look no further than this jicama mango salad with cilantro and lime. Jicama is a firm root vegetable that tastes like a less sweet apple. Its crunchy texture and mild flavor work perfectly with the sweetness of the mango. Hot tip: Be sure to use a slightly firm mango in this recipe. That way, it’s a whole lot easier to julienne.
12. Strawberry and Mango Salad
This fruity salad makes for the perfect summertime treat. It’s slam packed with sweet strawberries, juicy mangos, and tangy feta cheese. If you’re looking to spend as little time in your kitchen as possible this summer, this is the salad for you. It only takes 12 minutes to make, which is great for busy bees. It’s also a fantastic recipe to use fresh, seasonal produce. Serve this strawberry and mango salad with a ginger vinaigrette for utter perfection.
13. Mango, Orange & Avocado Spring Salad
If you’re a seasonal fruit fiend like me, you’re going to love this mango, orange, and avocado spring salad. Juicy orange and mango segments are coated in a sweet and zippy homemade vinaigrette. It’s bright, fresh, and simply delicious. This sensational salad is addictively good. Every bite is full of juicy goodness. Yum!
14. Mango Quinoa Salad
Not keen on greens? This mango quinoa salad is filled with delicious flavors and vibrant colors. It’s also packed with healthy goodness. This is the perfect salad to enjoy under the summer sun. So, the next time sun’s rays are shining, grab a bowl of this mango quinoa salad and get outside! Serve it hot or cold, as a side or as a main, it’s truly delicious any way you choose to eat it.
15. Spinach Salad with Mangoes
Now, when I am looking to add more greens to my table, this spinach salad with mangoes always goes down as a treat. Juicy, fresh, and refreshing, it’s a family favorite in my house. Even picky eaters will struggle to resist the delicious sweet and sour vinaigrette. It coats each and every spinach leaf. Toasted pine nuts add a lovely crunch to this dish. And red onions add a wonderful depth to each bite. One taste and this is guaranteed to be your next go-to leafy green side dish!
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