Vegan Mango Salad with Quinoa Recipe
Fresh mango, crunchy veggies, and protein-rich quinoa are all combined in this vegan mango salad with quinoa, which is dressed with a zesty lime dressing. It's a healthful, light, and refreshing dish that goes well with any meal.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Serving
3
Difficulty
Easy
The combination of the nutty flavor of quinoa and the sweetness of ripe mangoes makes for a filling and healthy vegan mango salad. It has a crunchy texture thanks to the abundance of fresh vegetables like bell peppers, cucumbers, and red onions. A tangy kick of flavor is added to the dish by tossing it in a zesty lime dressing. Quinoa is a fantastic choice for a light, satisfying dinner because it offers an abundant supply of plant-based protein. It is rich of strong flavors and refreshing, making it ideal as a side dish or a main course.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1-2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 avocado, sliced (for extra creaminess)
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 180-220 kcal
- Total Fat: 7-9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1-1.5 g
- Sodium: 10-15 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 30-35 g
- Dietary Fiber: 4-5 g
- Sugars: 12-15 g
- Protein: 4-5 g
- Calcium: 15-25 mg
- Iron: 1.5-2 mg
Directions
- To prepare the vegan mango salad with quinoa, begin by cooking the quinoa according to the package instructions and allowing it to cool.
- While the quinoa is cooling, chop the mango, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. In a large bowl, mix the cooled quinoa with the diced vegetables and mango.
- Add fresh cilantro and drizzle with lime juice and olive oil.
- Toss the ingredients together, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For added creaminess, top with avocado slices.
