Sweet and Tangy Thai Mango Salad with Peanut Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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A refreshing mix of shredded green mango, carrots, and herbs tossed in a creamy peanut dressing for a balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This Thai-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs green mango, peeled and julienned, carrots, peeled and julienned, fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 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 250 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.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 Thai cuisine 250 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 large green mango, peeled and julienned
2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
3 tbsp peanut butter (smooth)
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 large peeled and julienned green mango and 2 peeled and julienned medium carrots with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves.
Step 2: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp smooth peanut butter, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 2 tbsp water until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Pour the peanut dressing over the mango and carrot mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 4: Sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts on top and serve immediately for a crisp and refreshing salad.