This vibrant and refreshing salad combines the crispness of mesclun greens with the sweetness of ripe mangoes. Topped with a zesty ginger carrot dressing, it's the perfect dish for a light and healthy meal. In just a few minutes, you can create a salad that is bursting with flavors and colors.
Ingredients
- 6 cups mesclun greens
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup grated carrots
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the mesclun greens, sliced mangoes, shredded carrots, chopped cilantro, and sesame seeds.
- In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the grated carrots, grated ginger, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Mesclun is a mix of young, tender salad greens that originated in Provence, France.
Mangoes are rich in vitamins A and C, and are known for their sweet and juicy flavor.
Ginger has long been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties.