Seasonal Delight: Mango Basil Salad for Summer Joy

Refreshing Mango Basil Salad

As we dive into the warm summer months, I can’t help but crave light and refreshing dishes that highlight the best of seasonal produce. Today, I’m excited to share my recipe for a vibrant mango basil salad that is sure to wow your taste buds with its unique combination of flavors.

For this recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 2 ripe mangoes (diced)
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 cucumber (sliced)
• 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

To prepare this dish, start by combining the diced mangoes, sliced cucumber, and red onion in a large mixing bowl. Tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces and add them to the bowl as well.

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Pour the dressing over the mango mixture and gently toss everything together until well combined.

Once the salad is dressed, cover it and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Before serving, give the salad a final toss to ensure everything is evenly coated in the dressing.

For this recipe, you will need the following kitchen tools:

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• knife
• cutting board
• measuring cups

The total weight of the cooked dish is approximately 800 grams, with about 4 servings. Each serving is around 200 grams, and the estimated calorie count per serving is 150 calories.

One clever tip for this recipe is to sprinkle some toasted pine nuts or chopped almonds over the salad just before serving for an added crunch and nutty flavor.

I hope you give this refreshing mango basil salad a try and enjoy the burst of summer flavors it brings to your table. Feel free to customize it with your favorite herbs or additional veggies to make it your own. Bon appétit!