20 reasons to add mango to salads this summer

The queen of Aussie fruit is the perfect addition for any summer salad. Here’s 20 amazing recipes making the most of the amazing mango.

Fresh, sweet and colourful – mangoes really herald the start of the warmer months each year. They’ll brighten up your summer salads and are a welcome addition to every backyard, beach or park BBQ. From a vibrant mango and cabbage salad, to a meatier coconut-poached chicken salad, there’s always a place on our tables (and in our hearts) for this beautifully hued fruit.

Chicken, mango and barley salad

Budget-friendly and ready in less than an hour, this healthy chicken salad is ideal for midweek meals or weekend entertaining.

Mango salads:

Mango and cabbage salad with lime and jalapeno dressing

A colourful mango and cabbage salad served with a zesty lime and jalapeno dressing.

Marie’s mango and prawn summer salad

Mangos and prawns are the perfect partners and go so well in this fresh salad.

Mango salads:

Fresh summer vegetable salad

This fresh summer vegetable salad is perfect for family barbecues & picnics.

Vietnamese-style mango and prawn no-cook salad

Combine prawns and fresh mango for a quick and easy no-cook summer salad.

Mango salads:

Mango and lychee crunchy noodle salad

Crunchy noodle salad gets a 2018-style update with the addition of mango and lychee – it’s perfect for summer barbecues!

Broccolini summer salad with mango salsa

For a dish that’s packed full of flavour you can’t beat this gorgeous broccolini, asparagus and rocket salad topped with fresh mango, chili and coriander. Best of all it only takes 15 minutes to make!

Mango salads:

Mango and crispy prosciutto salad with fennel dressing

For the ultimate summer salad, combine fresh mango, avocado and lettuce with crispy prosciutto, mint and drizzle of homemade fennel dressing.

Prawn, mango & rocket salad with chilli dressing

Serve this fresh prawn salad as a starter before a barbecue feast or on its own as a light lunch.

Mango salads:

Sticky pork noodle salad with mango

Salads don’t have to be boring - try this sticky pork noodle salad with mango, laced with radish, coriander and smothered in a tangy dressing.

Mango rice salad

Escape the hustle and bustle with this relaxed lunch side that will satisfy your tastebuds.

Mango salads:

Sweet and sour Thai beef and mango salad

Full of crunch, sweet and sour flavours, and tender barbecued beef, this rainbow low-cal salad is the ultimate fresh and fast summer dinner.

Thai mango and noodle chicken salad

This quick and easy Thai salad is full of authentic and zesty Asian flavours.

Mango salads:

Coconut-poached chicken and mango salad

Our fresh twist on a Vietnamese-style chicken salad is a summertime hit.

Mango-avocado salad with coriander dressing

For a festive Christmas get-together try this crunchy cabbage salad topped with fresh mango, avocado and coriander dressing. Recipe by Curtis Stone.

Mango salads:

Pork sausage with Thai mango and noodle salad

If your barbie recipe collection has hit a snag, set your sights beyond your own backyard and grill up these Asian-inspired sausages.

Prawn and devilled mango salad

Nothing says ‘summer’ like mangoes and prawns. This easy salad is ready in just 10 minutes and will set you back just $6.25 a serve.

Mango salads:

Duck and mango noodle salad

Fresh lime and mint, salty peanuts, tender duck and sweet mango - you’ll definitely be wanting seconds at dinner time.

Speedy Thai chicken rissoles with mango salad

Dinner in just 10 minutes - try this light and tasty Thai chicken rissoles with mango salad recipe.

Mango salads:

Grilled prawn and mango salad with macadamia praline

Perfect for your next backyard barbecue with friends. This delicious summer salad is loaded with grilled mango and prawns.

For more recipe ideas, go to taste.com.au or check out the Taste Test Kitchen now.

Originally published as 20 reasons to add mango to salads this summer