Chaat Masala Cooks

This refreshing Thai mango salad brings the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy — a light, zesty dish that’s bursting with flavour.

Try this easy Spicy Thai Mango Salad recipe made with fresh green mango, chillies, peanuts, and a bold tangy dressing. A halal-friendly Thai dish packed with flavour!

Spicy Thai Mango Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

2 firm mangoes, peeled and julienned

1 red bell pepper , julienned

1/2 yellow and green bell pepper julienned

1 carrot julienned

1 cucumber deseeded and julienned

1–2 bird’s eye chillies, finely chopped (adjust to heat preference)

2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, crushed

A handful of fresh coriander, chopped

A handful of mint leaves (optional)

For the Dressing:

1 1/2 tsp sesame seeds

1 tbsp honey

1 tsp red chili flakes

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp balsamic vinegar

2 tsp soy sauce

Instructions:

Prepare the mangoes: Peel and julienne the mangoes. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.

Make the dressing: Heat olive oil and add the sesame seeds to it. Mix and remove from heat. Put aside to cool it. In a small bowl, add the soya sauce, chilli flakes, honey, vinegar and lastly olive oil/sesame seeds. Mix well

Assemble the salad: Add the bell peppers, carrots, cucumber and chopped herbs to the mango. Pour the dressing over and toss everything together until well combined.

Finish and serve: Sprinkle crushed peanuts on top. Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or side dish.

Tips:

Adjust chilli and sugar to suit your taste balance between heat and sweetness.