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Vibrant Spinach and Mango Salad with Sesame-Tahini Dressing – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Vibrant Spinach and Mango Salad with Sesame-Tahini Dressing

A vibrant and flavorful Spinach and Mango Salad featuring a nutty, creamy sesame-tahini dressing. This easy, vegan recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is the perfect way to crave your greens.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • (Serves 4)
  • For the Sesame Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) tahini (sesame paste)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) tamari or soy sauce
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Salad
  • 10 ounces (285 g / 10.1 oz) fresh spinach
  • 1 large ripe mango, pitted and diced
  • 1 tablespoon (15 g / 0.53 oz) toasted sesame seeds
  • for the Perfect Salad
  • If your tahini dressing is too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • For a heartier meal, add a protein boost with a cup of cooked edamame, crispy baked tofu, or chickpeas.
  • Use a ripe but firm mango variety, like a Kent or Tommy Atkins, so the pieces hold their shape when diced and tossed.

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, place the tahini. Gradually whisk in the canola oil and toasted sesame oil until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Whisk in the fresh lemon juice and tamari until fully combined.
  3. Season the dressing to your liking with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  4. Set aside.
  5. If needed, gently tear the spinach leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
  6. Add the diced mango to the spinach.
  7. Drizzle the prepared sesame dressing over the top.
  8. Toss everything together gently until the spinach and mango are evenly coated with the dressing.
  9. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds just before serving for a final touch of flavor and crunch.
  10. Add extra crunch and flavor by tossing in a handful of toasted slivered almonds or crispy wonton strips.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 22g

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