Imagine a hot summer day and you're feeling peckish and parched at the same time. Something sweet and juicy that's bursting with flavor would be the perfect meal. A truly delicious and super healthy summer mango salad would take that cake.
Health Benefits of Mango Salad
Salads made with raw vegetables are a favourite of Mediterranean people because of their crunch and juiciness, served in a bowl and dressed with vinegar, olive oil and fresh herbs. Hence their health is extremely good and they have a low risk of heart disease or other chronic diseases, such as diabetes and skin cancers. Taking into account their superb diet, we ran through a list of delicious salads to come up with something as healthful as possible, but with a fruity aroma and taste, and this mango salad recipe was the result.
Mango dates back 4,000 years to Southeast Asia. Eaten alone or blended into smoothies or salads, ripe mangoes are delicious. The succulent fruit is also packed with nutritional benefits. In addition to its high fibre content, it is also a good source of vitamin A that boosts the immune system and promotes eye health. As well as vitamin B6, mangoes contain folic acid, which helps make new cells to prevent fatigue due to anaemia. In addition, it contains powerful antioxidants that protect the body from free radicals, which can lead to cancer cells, while promoting hair health.
People with digestive orders, such as constipation and diarrhoea, can put an end to their problem as the fruit's digestive enzymes can help regulate bowel movements and digestive health. What's more, it's the perfect fruit to include in a weight loss diet thanks to its dietary fibre, which also plays a crucial role in controlling blood glucose levels and lowering blood pressure.
We have also included avocados in our mango salad recipe so that we can further boost the potassium levels that your body needs for superb nerve functioning. Add some almonds or tuna to get your protein for a truly nutritious meal. Moreover, you'll be able to complete it in no time flat!
How to Make a Simple Summer Mango Salad
Have you been craving a refreshing salad that's low in calories and bursting with sweetness? You can make summer mango salad in a jiffy with just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort.
Next time, you can make it your own by adding different ingredients. Replace the almonds with pecans or walnuts. Try bananas, pineapples, or whatever fruit that's in season. The possibilities are endless!
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Ingredients
- 1 mango, flesh cubed
- 1 avocado, flesh cubed
- 2 tablespoons of sultanas
- 2 tablespoons of slivered almonds, toasted
- Lettuce (preferably mesculine mix as it is infused with a variety of colours and nutrients. Mesculin mix usually includes rocket which is great for the liver)
- 1 small tin of tuna (optional)
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
Instructions
- Get a large bowl and put in all your ingredients.
- Make the dressing. Whisk the oil and vinegar together, season, and pour over salad.
- Toss everything. Do it slowly to make sure not to crush your mangoes and avocados.
- Get a spoon or fork. Enjoy!
