Delicious Mango Slaw (Printable)
Tropical mango meets crisp vegetables in a zesty lime dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.
# What you'll need:
→ Fruits & Vegetables
01 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and julienned
02 - 2 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded
04 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
05 - ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine the mango, green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot, bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup or honey, rice vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and jalapeño until well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The lime dressing wakes up every single bite with just the right amount of zing
- It transforms whatever you serve it with into something that feels like a special occasion
02 -
- The salt in the dressing will draw water from the cabbage, so if you make this ahead, add a handful of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime right before serving
- Room temperature mango releases its sweet perfume into the dressing better than cold mango from the fridge
03 -
- Use a sharp knife and steady cutting surface to julienne the mango into strips that match the carrot and pepper for even eating
- Massage a pinch of salt into the shredded cabbage before adding other ingredients to jumpstart the wilting process for perfect texture