When the sun is shining and the air is warm, there’s nothing better than a refreshing salad for lunch or dinner. This noodle salad with mango and gingered cucumber is the perfect dish for a hot summer day. It’s light, flavorful, and packed with healthy ingredients. The sweet and juicy mango pairs perfectly with the crisp cucumber and the ginger adds a spicy kick.
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NOODLE SALAD WITH MANGO AND GINGERED CUCUMBER
Categories Fruit Ginger Pasta Side Low Fat Vegetarian Quick & Easy Mango Cucumber Summer Healthy Gourmet Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make vinaigrette:
- Blend all vinaigrette ingredients in a blender until smooth.
- Make noodles:
- Soak noodles in cold water in a bowl until pliable, about 15 minutes, then drain in a colander. Cut noodles in half with scissors.
- Cook noodles in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water , stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 2 minutes. Drain noodles in colander and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Drain noodles again well, then spread out on paper towels and blot excess liquid.
- Toss noodles with dressing in a bowl. Add cucumber, scallions, mango, and carrots and gently toss until just combined. Serve topped with cilantro sprigs.
MANGO NOODLE SALAD
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together the noodles, spinach, chiles and mango and set aside.
- Whisk together the vinegar, chili sauce, fish sauce, lime juice and peanut oil. Taste and adjust flavors if desired. Dress the salad just before serving.
SOBA NOODLE SALAD WITH CUCUMBER AND MANGO
Categories Salad Fruit Pasta Vegetable Appetizer Super Bowl Mango Cucumber Winter Party Bon Appétit Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Warm vinegar, sugar, and salt in small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute. Stir in garlic and jalapeño. Cool. Mix in lime juice, sesame oil, and lime peel.
- Cook noodles in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Rinse under cold water; drain again. Transfer noodles to dish-towel-lined platter to drain. Transfer noodles to large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Add cucumber, mango, basil, and mint to noodles and toss gently. Arrange salad on platter. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Garnish with lime wedges. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)
CUCUMBER-MANGO SALAD
A sweet and tangy Caribbean summer fruit salad.
Provided by stronglive1
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Peel the cucumber in wide stripes lengthwise, alternating skinned strips with peel. Slice into 1/4-inch pieces and place into salad bowl.
- Add mangos, rice vinegar, sesame seeds, and agave nectar to bowl and toss to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 5.8 mg, Sugar 28.3 g
Tips:
- Use ripe, firm mangoes. Unripe mangoes will be too sour, while overripe mangoes will be too soft and mushy.
- Peel and slice the mangoes thinly. This will help them to absorb the dressing more easily.
- Use a sharp knife to slice the cucumber. This will help to prevent the cucumber from becoming bruised or mangled.
- Grate the ginger finely. This will help to release its flavor more easily.
- Use a light hand when dressing the salad. You don't want to overpower the delicate flavors of the mango and cucumber.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will help to prevent the noodles from becoming soggy.
Conclusion:
Noodle salad with mango and gingered cucumber is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The sweet and juicy mangoes, the crisp and refreshing cucumber, and the tangy ginger dressing all come together to create a salad that is both delicious and healthy. This salad is also very easy to make, making it a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
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