Best 2 Mango Coconut Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Escape to a tropical paradise with our tantalizing mango coconut cucumber salad recipe. This vibrant and refreshing dish combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes, the creaminess of coconut, and the crispness of cucumbers to create a symphony of flavor that will transport your taste buds to a warm, sun-kissed beach. With just a few simple ingredients and a dash of culinary creativity, you'll have a delightful side dish or light lunch that promises to impress your family and friends. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the tropical trifecta of mango, coconut, and cucumber.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ANA'S GRILLED GARLIC SHRIMP OVER COCONUT RICE WITH MANGO CUCUMBER SALAD AND GUAVA DRESSING



Ana's Grilled Garlic Shrimp over Coconut Rice with Mango Cucumber Salad and Guava Dressing image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h9m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups long grain rice
2 cups coconut milk
2 cups water
1 teaspoon coconut oil
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds shrimp, raw
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black or white pepper
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 fresh oranges, squeezed
6 cloves garlic, 3 pressed and 3 chopped
1/2 cup guava jelly
3 tablespoons any dark vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 fresh cucumbers, cut into chunks
1 tomato, diced
1 clove garlic, sliced
4 fresh mangoes, peeled and sliced
Pinch black pepper
1/2 cup chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Coconut Rice:
  • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, cover tightly, reduce heat to very low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Fluff rice when cooked.
  • Marinated Garlic Shrimp:
  • Clean and rinse shrimp in cold water. Place in a glass bowl. Add salt, pepper, vinegar, orange juice, and pressed garlic. Cover and let marinate for 20 minutes.
  • Drain marinade from shrimp, add chopped garlic, and arrange shrimp on skewers. Grill until cooked, about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes on each side.
  • Mango Cucumber Salad with Guava Dressing:
  • In a glass bowl whisk jelly, vinegar, and lemon juice. Fold in cucumber, tomato, and garlic. Add mango, pepper, and scallions to mixture. Toss gently and keep chilled until served.

MANGO COCONUT CUCUMBER SALAD



Mango Coconut Cucumber Salad image

This recipe if from the Moosewood Restaurant Cookbook. They say "Refreshing and versatile are the best words to describe this tropical melange. It can be a side dish or a salsa, and it pairs beautifully with Caribbean, Mexican, Brazilian, African, Thai, or Indian cuisine."

Provided by mielhollinger

Categories     Sauces

Time 35m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh chili pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1 mango, peeled and diced
1 small red bell pepper, minced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, chile, lemon and lime juice, brown sugar, coconut, mango, and bell pepper.
  • Toss well.
  • Cover and chill for 20 minutes and serve cold.
  • Just before serving, top with cilantro or spearmint.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe mangoes that are slightly soft to the touch.
  • If you can't find fresh coconut, you can use unsweetened shredded coconut instead.
  • Be sure to rinse the cucumbers well before using them.
  • If you want a spicier salad, add a pinch of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This mango coconut cucumber salad is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is also a healthy salad that is packed with vitamins and minerals. The combination of sweet mangoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy coconut is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you are looking for a light and easy salad recipe, give this mango coconut cucumber salad a try.

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