Description
Mango Cucumber Salad is a bright, refreshing combination of juicy mangoes, crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a tangy lime dressing. This no-cook, easy-to-make salad is perfect as a light, healthy side dish complementing grilled meats, seafood, or tacos, offering a tropical, Mexican-inspired flavor burst.
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 2 English cucumbers, diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely sliced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
Dressing
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced ripe mangoes, diced English cucumbers, finely sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and the optional finely diced jalapeño. Mix gently to blend the fresh components evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified, creating a tangy and flavorful dressing.
- Toss the salad with dressing: Pour the lime dressing over the combined salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure every piece of mango, cucumber, and herb is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Chill the salad: Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 15 minutes. This chilling step allows the flavors to meld and enhances the refreshing taste when served.
- Serve with optional additions: Just before serving, consider adding slices of creamy avocado or crumbled feta cheese to enhance texture and add a contrasting flavor. Enjoy the salad chilled as a bright side dish.
Notes
- Add avocado just before serving to maintain its freshness and creaminess.
- Feta cheese adds a delicious salty contrast and creamy texture to the salad.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for best freshness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tropical, Mexican-Inspired
