| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 0 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 150 | 1g | 0g | 37g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 32g | 4g | 3g | 0.08g |
Stepping a bit away from my usual rancher’s favorites, I present to you this delightful dish – the Soursop and Mango Salad. Swapping out big game for vibrant fruits, this recipe is every bit as exciting as my bison burgers, with the additional bonus of being packed full of vitamins and nutrients.
The Inspiring Blend of Flavors
There’s something deeply satisfying about the way these tropical fruits interact. The rich, creamy soursop, likened often to a combination of strawberry and pineapple with a texture reminiscent of banana, plays beautifully with the sweet, tartness of ripe mangoes. And let’s not forget the tang from the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the sweetness of natural honey. Tying it all together are the fresh mint leaves, lending an aromatic flavor and fragrance to the salad. It’s like a fusion dance of flavors in your mouth, a dance that you’ll want to experience over and over again.
The Health Benefits
But it’s not just the flavors that make this Soursop and Mango Salad irresistible. The health benefits are nothing to turn a blind eye to. Soursop, for example, is rich in antioxidants, which help neutralize harmful compounds called free radicals, thought to contribute to chronic diseases. Mangoes are not only incredibly tasty but also carry a host of health benefits, including improving digestion, boosting immunity, and they’re great for your skin too! Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C, improving skin quality, supporting weight loss, and aiding digestion. Last but not least, honey offers antioxidants, can help lower cholesterol, and is a healthier sweetening alternative for diabetics. All these make this salad not only delightfully delicious but also tremendously healthy.
The Complementing Dishes
This salad will be a tropical treat on its own, but if you’re thinking of pairing it with other dishes, my suggestions would be to go for lighter mains. Perhaps a grilled fish or a simple chicken soup would be a wonderful accompaniment. It would also be a great antidote to the heat of spicy dishes, like a fiery Thai curry. So, whether you’re going for a quick, healthy lunch or planning a whole, full-fledged meal, this Soursop and Mango Salad is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.
What You’ll Need
- 2 large ripe mangoes
- 1 large soursop
- 6 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1/2 cup of fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
Method
Step One
Peel the two large ripe mangoes and the large soursop. Then, remove the pits from the mangoes and the seeds from the soursop. Slice both the mangoes and the soursop into bite sized pieces.
Step Two
Take a large bowl and add your sliced mangoes and soursop into it. Next, drizzle the six tablespoons of fresh lemon juice all over the fruits in order to provide it a tangy punch. Stir to combine.
Step Three
Add the two tablespoons of honey into the bowl. This will give an extra sweetness to the salad and will help to balance the tartness of the lemon juice.
Step Four
Add half a teaspoon of salt into the bowl to bring out the natural flavor of the fruits and to contrast the sweetness of the honey and fruits.
Step Five
Finally, chop the half cup of fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the fruit salad. The fresh mint will refresh the palate and gives the salad an amazing aroma.
Step Six
Mix everything together until all the fruit pieces are well coated with the lemon juice, honey, salt and mint. Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least half an hour before serving to let the flavors meld together. Your Soursop and Mango Salad is now ready to be enjoyed!
