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Thai Mango Cucumber Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and refreshing Thai Mango Cucumber Salad combining sweet ripe mangoes, crisp cucumber, and crunchy red bell pepper with a zesty lime and fish sauce dressing. This easy no-cook salad is perfect as a light appetizer or side dish bursting with fresh flavors and a hint of spice.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 ripe mangoes, diced
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Dressing Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently mix the diced mangoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh cilantro to form the base of the salad.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, honey, and optional chili flakes until well emulsified, balancing sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.
  3. Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the mixed salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure every piece is coated evenly with the flavorful dressing.
  4. Let Flavors Meld: Allow the salad to rest for about 10 minutes at room temperature or chilled, so the flavors integrate and intensify.
  5. Serve: Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or appetizer, perfect for warm weather or light meals.

Notes

  • If you prefer less spice, omit or reduce the chili flakes.
  • The salad is best eaten fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours.
  • For a vegan alternative, substitute fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari.
  • Adjust lime juice and honey quantities to taste based on the sweetness of mangoes and your preferred balance of flavors.

Keywords: Thai salad, mango cucumber salad, fresh summer salad, no-cook salad, Thai side dish, sweet and spicy salad

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