Spicy Mango Salad with Toasted Sesame

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-25 · Updated 2026-07-25

A vibrant salad combining sweet mango, crisp veggies, and a spicy sesame dressing that revitalizes the senses with every bite. This Asian Fusion-inspired salad recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs ripe mango, red bell pepper, carrot into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 large, peeled and julienned ripe mango
• 1 medium, thinly sliced red bell pepper
• 1 large, shredded carrot
• 2 stalks, thinly sliced green onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 3 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 large peeled and julienned ripe mango, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, 1 large shredded carrot, 2 thinly sliced green onions, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 tbsp fresh lime juice until the dressing emulsifies.
3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the mango and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
4. Step 4: Sprinkle 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top and serve immediately for a refreshing, spicy crunch.