Mango & Greens Salad with Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
Mango & Greens Salad with Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
The addition of sun dried tomato to a creamy hemp dressing really pairs well with the tropical flavors of juicy mango, avocado and greens. Feel free to mix and match which veggies and fruit you like best to get inspired to make fun salads! If you want to learn more about holistic living and eating plant based, join Holistic Mama Society or work with me 1-on-1 for personalized guidance.
Fresh Mango & Greens Salad with Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
This delicious tropical inspired salad takes the standard bowl of greens to the next level. The dressing is also delicious as a dip for fresh veggies or homemade crackers!
Ingredients
- 8 cups finely chopped kale stem (veins removed) or any green of choice
- 2 large or 3 small diced mangos
- 1 julienned english cucumber
- 3 diced roma tomatoes cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 small slivered red onion
- 1/2 cup cghopped fresh cilantro
- 1 diced avocado (wait to cut until right before serving)
Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Dressing
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 clove fresh garlic
- ¼ tsp italian seasoning
- 1-2 medjool dates or 1 Tbs reduced balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup hemp hearts (aka hemp seeds)
- 2 cups filtered water
- 1 Tbs fresh minced ginger
- 1/4 tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 Tbs miso paste if you need a salty flavor (optional)
Instructions
Salad
- Place chopped kale or whatever greens you are using in the base of a large bowl
- Prepare vegetables and mango for the salad (except for avocado- wait until ready to serve to add avocado)
- Add all ingredients to the bowl of kale
- To serve, add avocado at the last minute and drizzle with creamy sun-dried tomato dressing all over the top. Save leftover dressing for dipping veggies or even adding to pasta! or zoodles.
Dressing
- Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender
- Blend until smooth
