Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
Crispy Mango Slaw with a tangy lime and honey dressing is the perfect summer side dish. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it crispy is to use a mix of red and green cabbage. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap and Quick Spicy Pork Brussels Sprouts Bowls.
Why This Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Crispy texture stays fresh for hours
- Tangy dressing complements any main dish
- Perfect for summer cookouts and BBQs
What You'll Need for Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 1 large mango
- 1 small red cabbage
- 1 small green cabbage
- 1 small red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Optional: Chopped fresh cilantro
- Optional: Lime wedges
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- mango: Ripe but firm mango works best.
- cabbage: You can use pre-shredded cabbage to save time.
đź›’ Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Mandoline Slicer — Ensures even, thin cabbage slices for maximum crunch. → See on Amazon
- Immersion Blender — Makes smooth dressing in seconds without dirtying a blender. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
- Prepare cabbage: Thinly slice red and green cabbage using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
- Make dressing: Blend honey, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Prepare mango: Peel and dice mango. You should have about 2 cups.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sliced cabbage, diced mango, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- Add dressing: Pour dressing over cabbage mixture. Toss to combine.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid over-dressing. Start with half the dressing, then add more to taste.
- Tip: For a spicier version, add more red pepper flakes or a diced jalapeño.
- Tip: Make ahead and store in the fridge for up to 2 days. The slaw will soften slightly but still be crispy.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make-ahead tip: Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Dress just before serving.
Freezing Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
Not recommended.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary. Microwave: Not recommended.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a milder dressing, use less lime juice and more honey.
- Make-ahead: Prepare all ingredients except mango and dressing up to 2 days ahead. Combine just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the slaw is too dry, add a bit more dressing. If it's too wet, add more cabbage or let it sit to drain.
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Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large mango
- 1 small red cabbage
- 1 small green cabbage
- 1 small red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Seasonings
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Optional Toppings
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare cabbage: Thinly slice red and green cabbage using a mandoline slicer or sharp knife.
- Make dressing: Blend honey, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth.
- Prepare mango: Peel and dice mango. You should have about 2 cups.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine sliced cabbage, diced mango, chopped red onion, and cilantro.
- Add dressing: Pour dressing over cabbage mixture. Toss to combine.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a milder dressing, use less lime juice and more honey.
- Make-ahead: Prepare all ingredients except mango and dressing up to 2 days ahead. Combine just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If the slaw is too dry, add a bit more dressing. If it's too wet, add more cabbage or let it sit to drain.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended.
- Make ahead: Can be made up to 2 hours ahead. Dress just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbs: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the ingredients up to 2 days ahead. Combine and dress just before serving.
Over-ripened mango or too much dressing can make the slaw watery. Let it sit to drain, or add more cabbage.
No, freezing will make the cabbage mushy. It's best to make this dish fresh.
No, the air fryer is not suitable for making slaw.
Pineapple or peach can be used as a substitute for mango in this recipe.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Mango Slaw with Lime and Honey Dressing and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
