Description
This fresh and vibrant Mango Slaw is the perfect sweet-and-crunchy side dish. Made with juicy mango, crisp cabbage, carrots, and a tangy lime dressing, it’s ready in minutes and pairs beautifully with tacos, grilled chicken, burgers, or BBQ meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced mangoes, shredded cabbage, grated carrot, sliced red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the mango and vegetable mixture.
- Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Let the slaw rest for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend before serving.
Notes
- For best texture, use ripe but firm mangoes.
- For extra crunch, add toasted sesame seeds or sliced almonds.
- If making ahead, store the dressing separately and toss just before serving.
- Maple syrup works great for a vegan-friendly option.
- Best enjoyed within 1–2 days for maximum freshness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg