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Homemade Mango Salad Dressing with a Tropical Spice Kick Recipe

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This Homemade Mango Salad Dressing is a vibrant and flavorful mix of sweet mangoes with a hint of spice and zest. Made with fresh ingredients including mango, cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of ginger and red pepper flakes, this dressing is perfect for adding a tropical twist to any salad or vegetable bowl.

  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups
  • Category: Sauces
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: Brazilian

Ingredients

Salad Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 pound diced mangoes (from about 2-3 large fresh mangoes)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 inch piece of ginger
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons Brazilian sofrito or 2 cloves garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Dice the mangoes into small pieces. Peel the ginger and prepare the garlic or Brazilian sofrito if using. Measure out cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, honey, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Add to Blender: Place the diced mangoes, cilantro leaves, lime juice, olive oil, ginger piece, red pepper flakes, honey, and sofrito or garlic into the blender or food processor. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency. Stop and scrape down the sides if necessary to ensure even blending.
  4. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and add more salt, pepper, or honey if desired to balance the flavors.
  5. Serve or Store: Pour the dressing over your favorite salad or vegetable bowl immediately, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate. The dressing keeps well chilled and can be used within several days.

Notes

  • Use ripe, sweet mangoes for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
  • If Brazilian sofrito is unavailable, fresh garlic cloves work well as a substitute.
  • Adjust the red pepper flakes quantity to control the level of spiciness.
  • This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days in an airtight container.
  • Shake or stir well before each use if stored as the ingredients may separate over time.

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