Refreshing and easy, this Asian mango salad is a quick toss together salad with no measuring! Using only 6 delicious ingredients, you have a savory mango salad that is both nutritious and oh so tasty! Vibrant with bright colors, this salad is sure to catch your eye!
This Asian mango salad recipe uses sweet fresh mango with a delectable, toasted sesame dressing for your next salad fix!
So easy to put together as you can adjust to preference, there is nothing difficult or hard to find with the ingredients we use!
As an added bonus, this dish is so pretty to look at with beautiful shades of yellow, green, and tan, that youβll have no problem eating your vegetables! Too good!
This post will go over everything you need to know to create this Asian mango salad.
Recipe difficulty: Simply chop and tossβ¦.no doubt a beginner level recipe!
Rich in nutrients, this easy mango salad requires no measuring and uses a tasty sesame dressing that is way too addicting! Combined with fresh herbs and avocado, our Asian mango salad recipe is both filling and takes less than 10 minutes to make! Perfect for a healthy lunch option or even dinner!
Samβs Pro Tips for this Asian Mango Salad
Best Way to Cut the Mango
Our ripe mango salad uses only Β½ a mango, but you can use more if you want!
The best way to cut the mango is to cut the mango in cubes while inside the peel. This is seriously the easiest way!
Place the mango vertical and cut downward avoiding the hard part or the bone of the mango. Youβll know the hard part of the mango as itβll feel hard to cut with the knife.
You can usually cut about 4 large strips of the mango, and then cut cubes in the peel like below! Use a spoon or knife to get the cubes out!
Once you have this technique down, be sure to explore our Fresh Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe for Your Tropical Snack using fresh mango!
No Measuring! Seriously!
This Asian mango salad is way too easy, and you absolutely do not need to measure! The easier the better!
We use baby spring mix in our healthy mango salad recipe for the best combination. A good rule of thumb for a nice, even mix of greenery is to grab two hefty handfuls of spring mix for your salad bowl!
Another tip on making this dish under 10 minutes is to not chop the cilantro! We love using cilantro to top off our salads like our 11-Minute Spicy Asian Cucumber Salad Recipe, and we simply wash and toss right in!
The cilantro leaves will blend perfectly with the baby spring mix in this savory mango salad, and you donβt need to waste your time chopping!
The Best Toasted Sesame Dressing
For the BEST flavor of dressing, we use the Trader Joe’s Organic Toasted Sesame Dressing in our Asian mango salad!
This dressing compliments the salad so well and I think itβs the reason why this salad doesnβt need a lot of ingredients for it to taste good. 6 ingredients only!
You only need to put a little of the dressing on top of the salad and watch the flavors blend perfectly!
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Key Ingredients β Asian Mango Salad
Below are some key and optional ingredients for this recipe:
- Baby spring mix: This easy mango salad uses baby spring mix for a great mix of lettuce and even spinach. I love the different colors in a spring mix!
- Mango: Make sure to use ripe mangoes! If you squeeze and it feels soft to the touch, itβs ready! The sweeter the mangoes, the better. If you use unripe mangoes, the diced chunks will be hard and lacking flavor.
- Avocado: Using diced avocados definitely turns this healthy mango salad recipe into a filling and nutritious dish! We used Β½ an avocado cut into cubes for the perfect amount!
- Roasted salted peanuts: Similar to a Thai mango salad with roasted peanuts, top our salad off with roasted salted peanuts for a touch of salt and nutty flavor. Tastes so good with the toasted sesame dressing!
- Cilantro: The freshness of the chopped cilantro brightens this dish and gives incredible flavor. Beautiful and healthy!
- Toasted sesame dressing: The secret sauce on why this salad works! Use to preference but a little goes a long way.
Optional
- Freshly ground pepper: For some spice to our Asian mango salad recipe, give freshly ground pepper a try when serving. Totally not needed, but is a great topping option.
More Variations to this Asian Mango Salad
There are a few ways you can variate this Asian mango salad. Hereβs how:
- Add chicken: For some added protein, turn this into an easy chicken mango salad recipe! Dice some chicken to make this even more filling and is a delicious way to add some meat. Prep time may need to be adjusted accordingly.
- Need some quick side dish ideas? Side dishes easily turn a main dish to a complete meal with different choices. If you want more Asian side dishes, our Asian-Inspired Easy Cold Pasta Salad Recipe | 7-Ingredients Only is a refreshing cold pasta salad perfect for those summer days! Or our Filipino Pork Barbecue Skewer Recipe Perfectly Glazed can be both a side or main dish for a tangy and sweet meat dish!
- What can I pair with this dish? This Asian mango salad is already filling on its own, but can definitely be paired with other main dishes! Our 15-Minute Asian Chili Garlic Butter Shrimp with Sprite is a quick seafood dish that will compliment this mango salad recipe perfectly!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What goes well with fresh mango?
Fresh mango can go perfectly in a salad or in Pico de Gallo like our Fresh Mango Pico de Gallo Recipe for Your Tropical Snack. The perfect topping to fish!
How do know when a mango is ripe?
A mango is ripe when you squeeze the mango and it slightly softens. Putting a mango in a brown paper bag or in a fruit bowl with other fruits, like bananas, can expediate this process.
What is mango salad made of?
Our Asian mango salad recipe uses only 6 ingredients paired with a toasted sesame dressing. These ingredients can be adjusted to preference and is customizable.
How do you cut mango for mango salad?
The best way to cut the mango is to cut the mango in cubes while inside the peel. Place the mango vertical and cut downward avoiding the hard part or the bone of the mango. Cut cubes in the peel and use a spoon or knife to get the cubes out.
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