Thai-Inspired Spinach and Mango Salad

Featuring a harmonious medley of fresh ingredients our Thai mango salad makes a great accompaniment to Thai mains or will be a popular pick at any barbecue as it pairs really well with grilled meats and seafood. Or, just add some protein and you have yourself a sensational light dinner.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 218 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce
• sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
• 2 leaf (blank)s kaffir lime leaves
• 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
• 4 cups baby spinach leaves
• 2 medium mangos - peeled, seeded, and diced
• 1 small red chile pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh lemongrass
• 1 small Thai chile, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine spinach, mangos, cilantro, and chile pepper in a large mixing bowl. Season with sea salt and pepper.

Step 2

Slice lime leaves in a chiffonade cut (long, thin strips). Place in a small food processor with olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, sesame oil, fish sauce, ginger, lemongrass, Thai chile, garlic, and coconut sugar; blitz until combined.

Step 3

Pour dressing over salad and toss well to combine. Serve immediately.