Description
Delicious Mango Slaw is a fresh and colorful summer recipe combining crisp cabbage, juicy mango, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy tangy dressing. This easy slaw is perfect for BBQs, tacos, picnics, sandwiches, or as a refreshing side dish packed with tropical flavor.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
For the Mango Slaw
- 5 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and julienned
- 1 large carrot, shredded
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/3 cup toasted peanuts or cashews
For the Creamy Lime Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Additions
- Jalapeño slices
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Grilled chicken
- Shrimp
- Extra lime wedges
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Shred the cabbage, slice the peppers and onion, shred the carrot, and cut mangoes into thin strips.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine the slaw: Add cabbage, mango, carrot, bell pepper, onion, cilantro, mint, and nuts to a large bowl.
- Add the dressing: Pour the creamy lime dressing over the slaw mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend. Top with extra herbs or nuts before enjoying.
Notes
For the best texture, use a firm ripe mango that holds its shape when sliced. This slaw can be prepared a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Add nuts just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: mango slaw recipe, fresh mango salad, tropical slaw, summer side dish, creamy mango slaw, BBQ salad, easy cabbage slaw