CUCUMBER MANGO SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

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Really light and refreshing, this cucumber-mango salad is great as a side for grilled chicken and excellent with seared ahi tuna.

Provided by Lindz

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 English cucumber
1 mango
1 orange, juiced
lemon, juiced
3 tablespoons grapefruit vinegar
4 leaves basil
1 pinch kosher salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Peel cucumber. Use the vegetable peeler to make strips of cucumber until you reach the seeds all the way around. Discard peel and middle of cucumber. Place cucumber strips in a bowl.
  • Peel mango. Use the vegetable peeler to make strips of mango until you reach the pit all the way around. Discard peel and pit of mango. Place mango strips in the bowl with the cucumber.
  • Combine orange juice, lemon juice, vinegar, basil, salt, and black pepper in a blender and puree. Drizzle oil in slowly while blender is running. Mix dressing into the bowl with the cucumber and mango. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 103.4 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

Saidullah Khan
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This salad is simply delicious. I love the way the flavors of the cucumber, mango, and citrus come together. It's a refreshing and flavorful salad that's perfect for any occasion.


Essak Kasmani
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. I love the unique combination of flavors and textures.


Achuaga Chinenye
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This salad is a great way to get kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy flavors of the salad, and they always ask for seconds.


Croft Lara
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad. It's always a welcome addition to any party or potluck.


Md Joynul
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. I like to make a big batch of rice on the weekend, and then use it to make this salad during the week.


carmen carrero
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it up to a day in advance, and it will still be delicious.


sonia smith
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I like to add a bit of chopped cilantro, which gives the salad a nice fresh flavor.


Brendie Lee
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to cool off on a hot summer day.


Ujjwal Shah
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the addition of the red onion, which gave the salad a nice bite.


Wamwea Wawira
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This salad was a great way to use up some leftover cucumber and mango. It was quick and easy to make, and it was really delicious. I will definitely be making this salad again.


SazzaD HossaN
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I was skeptical about this salad at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. The combination of cucumber, mango, and citrus is amazing. I will definitely be making this salad again and again.


Pablo
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand, so it's always a little different.


Malia King
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This salad was a big hit at my summer party. Everyone loved the fresh, vibrant flavors. I especially liked the addition of the mint, which gave the salad a nice pop of freshness.


hisokas bungee gum :P
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I loved the combination of cucumber, mango, and citrus in this salad. It was so refreshing and light, and the vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this salad again!


Jillian Chamberlain
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This cucumber mango salad was a refreshing and flavorful side dish that perfectly complemented our grilled fish. The citrus vinaigrette was a great balance of sweet and tangy, and the cucumber and mango were crisp and juicy. I will definitely be maki