Mango and Kale Tropical Salad
RETURN TO RECIPESJuicy mango, crunchy kale, and tropical coconut make for a knock-out combination in this colorful summer salad. Warm notes of curry mixed with fresh and cooling herbs offer a lovely complexity for a hearty meal any time of day.
- In a large bowl, combine the kale, olive oil, and salt. Massage the kale for 1-2 minutes to break down the fibers.
- Use a mandoline to finely shred the red cabbage. Pit and dice the mango. Chop the green onion. Seed and dice the red pepper, and halve the grape tomatoes.
- Combine the peanuts and coconut flakes in a small saute pan and toast over the stovetop for roughly 3 minutes, tossing often until both the peanuts and coconut flakes are lightly toasted. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a wide-mouthed jar. Whisk or use an immersion blender to incorporate.
- In a large salad bowl, combine all of the salad ingredients, drizzle with the dressing and toss until coated. Eat immediately!
INGREDIENTS
Salad Ingredients:
- 6 cups kale, ribs removed, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 cup red cabbage, finely shredded with a mandoline
- 1 mango, diced
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 red pepper, seeded and diced
- 15-20 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/3 cup peanuts
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Dressing Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup coconut milk, full fat
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon green Thai curry paste
- 1-1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 garlic clove, minced