Thai-Inspired Spinach and Mango Salad
Description
Baby spinach and fresh mango tossed in a ginger-lime dressing full of fresh taste and Thai flavor makes a perfect side salad, but add some protein and it makes a light dinner.
Ingredients
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4 cups baby spinach leaves
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2 medium mangos - peeled, seeded, and diced
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1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 small red chile pepper, cut into thin strips
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sea salt and cracked black pepper to taste
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2 kaffir lime leaves
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3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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1 tablespoon grated lime zest
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon fish sauce
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1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
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1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh lemongrass
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1 small Thai chile, chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon coconut sugar
Directions
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Combine spinach, mangos, cilantro, and chile pepper in a large mixing bowl. Season with sea salt and pepper.
2
Slice lime leaves in a chiffonade cut (long, thin strips). Place in a small food processor with olive oil, soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, sesame oil, fish sauce, ginger, lemongrass, Thai chile, garlic, and coconut sugar; blitz until combined.
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Pour dressing over salad and toss well to combine. Serve immediately.