Daikon Mango Salad

Brighten your table with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Daikon Mango Salad, a perfect fusion of crisp textures and tangy-sweet notes. This colorful, no-cook recipe brings together crunchy julienned daikon radish, sweet ripe mango, and vibrant carrots, all tossed in a zesty lime-honey dressing with a hint of optional red chili flakes for a subtle heat. Fresh cilantro and nutty black sesame seeds elevate the dish, adding an aromatic and visually striking garnish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy salad is an ideal side dish or light appetizer that’s gluten-free, packed with wholesome ingredients, and perfect for summer gatherings or quick lunches. Serve it fresh or lightly chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully—every bite is a delicious balance of sweet, savory, and tangy.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized Daikon radish
• 1 large Ripe mango
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.25 cup Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the daikon radish and cut it into thin matchstick-sized pieces (julienne). Alternatively, use a mandoline slicer for uniform cuts.

Step 2

Peel the carrot and julienne it into thin matchstick-sized pieces.

Step 3

Peel the mango, remove the pit, and cut the flesh into thin slices or matchsticks.

Step 4

Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and set them aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, make the dressing by whisking together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and red chili flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl, combine the julienned daikon, carrot, mango, and cilantro.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the vegetables and mango are evenly coated.

Step 8

Sprinkle the black sesame seeds over the salad for garnish.

Step 9

Serve immediately or chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(554.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	421.0

Total Fat 19.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 2mg	0%
Sodium 1382.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 65.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 52.6g
Protein 4.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 118.1mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 973.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.3%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 57.7%