Mango Feta Salad Recipe
Mango Feta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines juicy, ripe mango, creamy feta, sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and zesty lemon. This colourful salad is quick, easy, and perfect as a light lunch, appetiser, or delicious side dish.
Equipment
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife
- 1 Chopping Board
- 1 Citrus Juicer –
- 1 Measuring Spoons
- 1 Salad serving spoon
Ingredients
- 750 g Ripe Mangoes
- Approximately 470g Cherry Tomatoes
- 12 Fresh Basil Leaves
- 4½ Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- ⅜ Teaspoon Finely Grated Lemon Zest
- 120–180 g Feta Cheese
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare The Mango
- Wash, peel and remove the stones from the mangoes.
- Cut the flesh into medium-sized cubes.
- Place the mango in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Prepare The Cherry Tomatoes
- Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes.
- Cut each tomato in half.
- Add them to the bowl with the mango.
Step 3: Prepare The Fresh Basil
- Wash and pat the basil leaves dry.
- Stack the leaves together.
- Slice or roughly chop them.
- Scatter the basil over the mango and tomatoes.
Step 4: Add The Lemon
- Squeeze the fresh lemon juice into the salad.
- Remove any seeds.
- Finely grate the lemon zest.
- Add the zest to the bowl.
Step 5: Add The Feta
- Crumble the feta into medium-sized pieces.
- Add it to the salad.
- Avoid breaking the feta into very small pieces.
Step 6: Gently Combine Everything
- Use a large salad spoon to gently fold the ingredients together.
- Turn the ingredients rather than stirring aggressively.
- Mix just enough to distribute the flavours evenly.
- Taste and add a little more lemon juice if needed.
Step 7: Chill Briefly If Desired
- Refrigerate the salad for 10–15 minutes if you prefer it chilled.
- Avoid leaving it refrigerated for several hours, particularly when using very ripe mango.
Step 8: Serve And Enjoy
- Transfer the Mango Feta Salad to a serving bowl or shallow platter.
- Garnish with extra basil leaves or a few mango pieces if desired.
- Serve immediately as a side dish or appetiser.
Notes
- 🥭 Best Mango: Use ripe but firm mangoes so the pieces remain intact when mixed.
- 🧀 Feta: Crumble the feta into medium-sized pieces for a delicious sweet-and-savoury contrast.
- 🍋 Fresh Lemon: Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest for the brightest flavour.
- 🌿 Fresh Basil: Add basil just before serving to preserve its aroma and colour.
- 🥄 Gentle Mixing: Fold the ingredients carefully to prevent the mango and feta from breaking apart.
- ❄️ Serving: Chill briefly before serving for a refreshing finish, especially on warm days.
- 🍽️ Best Enjoyed Fresh: For the best texture, serve the Mango Feta Salad soon after preparation.