- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 220 kcal
Quick summary
“A refreshing salad with ripe mangoes and lettuce, perfect for hot days. It is worth it for the tropical flavor and crunchiness of the ingredients.”
What you need to know
- Use mangas maduras para garantir um sabor doce e intenso
- Adicione nozes para um toque crocante
- O suco de limão dá um toque cítrico ao molho
Ingredients
Main
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 1 head of romaine lettuce
- 1 small red onion
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Olive oil to taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Use very ripe mangoes to ensure a sweet and intense flavor.
- Substitute the walnuts with cashews or almonds, if you prefer.
- Add crumbled feta cheese for a salty touch.
- For a spicy touch, add chopped chili pepper.
- The salad can be served at room temperature or chilled.
Instructions
Principal
- Start by washing the mangoes and lettuce well.
- Peel the mangoes and cut them into medium cubes.
- Tear the lettuce leaves into large pieces with your hands.
- Slice the red onion into thin rings.
- In a salad bowl, add the lettuce, mangoes, onion, and walnuts.
- In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Stir gently so as not to break the mangoes.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crunchiness of the ingredients.
Chef's tips
- Descasque as mangas com cuidado para não cortar os dedos
- Rasgue a alface com as mãos para evitar queimar as mãos
- Sirva imediatamente para aproveitar a crocância dos ingredientes
Variations
- Acrescente pimenta dedo-de-moça picada para um toque picante
- Use manga verde para uma textura mais firme
- Adicione abacaxi picado para um sabor doce
Substitutions
- Substitua as nozes por castanhas ou amêndoas
- Use cebola roxa pequena para dar um sabor suave
- Adicione queijo feta esfarelado para um toque salgado
How to store
The salad should be served immediately to enjoy the crunchiness of the ingredients, but it can be prepared an hour before. Stored in the refrigerator, it lasts up to 24 hours.
Can it be frozen?
Not recommended to freeze the salad, as the texture may change upon thawing.
What to serve with
Serve with French bread or toast to absorb the sauce, or as a side dish for a light main course.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the salad last in the refrigerator?
The salad lasts up to 24 hours in the refrigerator, but it is best served immediately.
Do the mangoes need to be very ripe?
Yes, use very ripe mangoes to ensure a sweet and intense flavor.
Can I use other nuts?
Yes, you can replace the walnuts with chestnuts or almonds.
Can the salad be refrigerated before serving?
Yes, the salad can be served chilled or at room temperature.
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