Mango and Macadamia Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Fresh, vibrant, and dairy-free, this Mango and Macadamia Salad is summer in a bowl. Juicy mango, creamy avocado, and toasted macadamias bring brain-loving fats, gut-healthy fibre, and crave-worthy crunch. Tossed in a bold honey mustard dressing, it’s big on flavour without the fuss. Not usually into salads? This one will win you over, and is a great way to add more green to your diet. Serve it solo or top with chicken or prawns for a satisfying, protein-rich meal.
Nutritional Profile
Wholesome Human Hero Ingredient: Mango, Avocado & Macadamia Nuts
Mangoes are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Their high fibre content supports healthy digestion, while their Vitamin C helps keep your skin glowing.
Avocados and macadamia nuts are rich in monounsaturated fats and fibre, along with powerful antioxidants that help protect against oxidative stress. Together, they’ve been linked to lower cholesterol, better heart health, more stable blood sugar, and a reduced risk of chronic disease.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- ¾ cup macadamia nuts, halved
- 2 large mango, cubed
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 spring onion, finely sliced
- 6 cups baby spinach or mixed salad greens
- 1 tsp red chilli flakes or 1 fresh chilli, deseeded and finely sliced.
Honey Mustard Dressing Ingredients
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp wholegrain mustard
- 2 tsps raw honey
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- Season well with freshly cracked pepper
Instructions
- TOAST the macadamias lightly in a non-stick pan over low heat, gently shaking the pan to ensure even toasting. There’s no need to add oil, and be careful not to burn them.
- TOSS gently all the other ingredients in a large salad bowl and sprinkle over the nuts once cooled.
- WHISK all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl and pour over the salad and toss gently, not to bruise the salad leaves.
- Add more or less chilli to your liking or omit it.
- Delicious served alongside Steak, Chicken or Fish
- For a protein-packed salad, add diced chicken or Seafood.
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Health Benefits:
- Brain Boosting
- Age Defying
- Hair, Skin & Nails Health
- Antioxidant Rich
- Mood Balancing
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