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Mango Chicken Salad with Lime Dressing Recipe

A vegan mango “chicken” salad with lime dressing, featuring chickpeas, mango, crisp veggies, and herbs for a refreshing, tangy, satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 265
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can chickpeas 15 oz, rinsed and drained
  • 2 ripe mangoes diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cucumber chopped
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado cubed
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Place chickpeas, mango, bell pepper, cucumber, onion, avocado, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour dressing over salad ingredients.
  4. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best flavor.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 265
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 7g

Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 62%
  • Folate: 24%
  • Potassium: 22%
  • Iron: 15%
  • Vitamin A: 28%

Additional Notes & Tips

  • Swap avocado with edamame for extra protein.
  • Chill salad 30 minutes before serving to let flavors marry.
  • Add a pinch of chili flakes for a fiery kick.