Refreshing Cucumber and Mango Salad

Ingredients

• 1 English cucumber
• 1 ripe mango
• 2 scallions (sliced)
• 1 green chili (sliced)
• 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 lime (juice and zest)
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 cilantro (a handful, chopped)
• salt (to taste)

Steps

1. 1

   Use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin ribbons of cucumber and mango.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine the cucumber and mango ribbons with the sliced scallions and green chili.

3. 3

   In a separate container, whisk together the grated ginger, lime juice, lime zest, fish sauce, sesame oil, and chopped cilantro to create the dressing.

4. 4

   Pour the dressing over the cucumber and mango mixture and toss gently to combine.

5. 5

   Taste and add salt to taste if necessary before serving.

Notes

For a vegan version, you can substitute fish sauce with soy sauce or tamari. This salad is best served immediately to maintain the crisp texture of the cucumber ribbons.

Nutrition per serving

• salad
• healthy
• gluten-free
• refreshing
• side dish
• vegetarian optional