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Tropical Mango Coleslaw

Published: Nov 18, 2019 · Modified: Sep 23, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 6 Comments

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This tropical mango coleslaw is a fun and fruity dish perfect for summer picnics, BBQs and potlucks. A tasty and fun mango slaw without mayo, it uses an oil-based dressing, and comes together in just ten minutes!

Have a peek at my radish coleslaw for another fun crisp salad recipe idea!

tropical mango coleslaw in a brown bowl with herbs and pumpkin seeds next to it.

If you love salads for summer as much as my family does, then you may also like to see my baked stone fruit caprese salad and my waldorf salad without mayo. Both simple but delicious!

And for another slaw with a bit of a twist, my broccolini slaw is light and fresh, with a flavourful mint dressing.

This mango coleslaw is a lighter version than most, focusing on fresh fruit and veg and without mayo. As well as being vegan, it is also AIP diet compliant if made without the black pepper or pumpkin seeds.

⭐ Why this recipe is so good

  • Light and fresh – slaw always feels like a treat, but is actually packed with healthy ingredients.
  • Mayo free – this mango slaw is made without mayo, making it a touch healthier.
  • Easy to make – a simple recipe, with the main work being to dice and grate the cabbage and carrot. Perfect for a quick dish to make for summer occasions with friends and family.

🥬 Ingredients

overhead view of a plate of labelled red and white cabbage and carrot, bowls of green onion, pumpkin seeds, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a mango and herbs.

For this recipe you will need fresh vegetables and fruit, and some pantry staples. The full ingredients list and their quantities are the recipe card, but some notes:

  • Red and white cabbage – use fresh, and dice fairly finely (unless you prefer it chunky of course) so that it can soften from the oil and vinegar dressing.
  • Mango – you need a ripe mango for the full sweetness that is so delicious.
  • Mint and coriander / cilantro – dice finely, and add the amount to taste preference.
  • Apple cider vinegar - swap out for white distilled vinegar if you prefer a lower histamine option (see recipe card for more detail).

📖 Variations to the recipe

If you prefer to use only white cabbage, that will still work well.

Not a fan of coriander? Swap out for more mint and a little parsley instead.

If you aren’t on a low histamine diet, or can tolerate citrus, then a squeeze of lime in the dressing is good.

🔪 Step by step instructions

Just a few steps to make this mango coleslaw, and all are easy to do:

diced cabbage, carrot and herbs on a wooden board.
oil dressing in a glass bowl.
glass bowl of coleslaw.

Step 1

Finely dice the cabbage and herbs, grate the carrot and cut the mango into small cubes. For some help on cutting mango, have a look at my version of the hedgehog method in my sweet mango coulis recipe post!

Step 2

Combine the oil and vinegar in a small bowl, along with the salt and black pepper (if using) and stir or whisk to combine.

Step 3

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, and then drizzle over the dressing. Stir to combine and garnish with green onion and pumpkin seeds, if using.

💭 Recipe tips and notes

  • Unless you prefer a chunky slaw, dice the cabbage fairly finely, so it less ‘heavy’ and fibrous. A finer dice will also help it soften from the oil and vinegar dressing.
  • Prepare the slaw just before serving if possible, as the cabbage and carrot can discolour fairly quickly.
  • Adjust the amount of dressing to preference. You may wish to add more than stated in the recipe card if you prefer a 'wetter' slaw.

📋 Frequently asked questions

How do you know when mango is ripe?

Give it a very gently squeeze and it should 'give' a little under your finger tips.

How finely should I dice the cabbage?

That's up to you! Love a chunky slaw? Cut into larger pieces. Prefer a lighter option? Slice very finely (this will give the cabbage a softer texture as it soaks up the dressing too).

Can I use a creamy dressing rather than an oil-based one for this mango coleslaw?

Definitely! Perhaps you may like to see my tahini dill salad dressing as an option.

🍽 How to serve mango coleslaw

Slaw is delicious as a side for so many occasions and dishes!

  • Coleslaw is always on the table in my family for summer BBQs alongside dishes such as my coconut chicken skewers.
  • Pair with my popular rosemary chicken fillets or my turkey herb rissoles for an easy family dinner!
  • For a vegetarian meal everyone will love, serve alongside my sweet potato fritters.
tropical mango coleslaw in a brown bowl with fresh herbs next to it.

🥗 More tasty summer salads

Fresh and light, salads are always perfect as either a summer lunch or a side dish. Perhaps you may like to see my butternut beet salad for a fall idea or my beet broccoli salad. Some recent recipes to enjoy:

  • carrot and apple salad in a bowl with a serving spoon next to apples and a small bowl of pomegranate arils.
    Carrot and Apple Salad with Pomegranate
  • chicken pesto pasta salad in a white bowl next to fresh basil leaves, radishes and salad servers.
    Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad
  • roasted beet and carrot salad on a white plate.
    Beet and Carrot Salad
  • cucumber celery salad on a white plate next to fresh mint leaves and olive oil.
    Cucumber Celery Salad

I’m always in the kitchen, so come join me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest to be the first to hear of new recipes! And please do leave a star rating ⭐⭐⭐ if you've tried the recipe!

📖 Recipe

brown bowl of tropical mango coleslaw with mint next to it.

Tropical Mango Coleslaw

Claire
This tropical mango coleslaw has the traditional ingredients of cabbage and carrot, but adds some extra fruity flavour with delicious mango. Instead of a heavy mayonnaise it it has a lighter oil and vinegar dressing, with fresh mint and green onion. Serves 6 as a side-dish.
5 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, British
Servings 6 servings
Calories 85 kcal

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • ½ small red cabbage finely diced or shredded
  • ½ small white cabbage finely diced or shredded
  • 1 mango diced
  • 1 green onion finely sliced, optional
  • small handful fresh mint leaves finely diced
  • small handful fresh cilantro / coriander finely diced
  • 1 carrot grated
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds optional
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon apple cider vinegar or white distilled vinegar
  • pinch salt
  • pinch black pepper optional

Instructions
 

  • Dice the mango, cabbage, mint and cilantro. Grate the carrot. Combine in a bowl.
  • Make the dressing by combining the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper (if using). Stir or whisk to combine. Drizzle over the slaw and stir to combine. Garnish with pumpkin seeds and green onion, if using.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Dice or shred the cabbage fairly finely, as this will help it soften better from the dressing.
  • Prepare just before serving as the cabbage and carrot can discolour fairly quickly.
  • Vinegar is tricky on a low histamine - see below for 'scores' on the SIGHI list. Some people aren't able to tolerate vinegar at all. I suggest reducing the olive oil if you cannot use vinegar.
  • If you don't follow a low histamine diet, a squeeze of lemon or lime juice would work nicely.
  • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
 

Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine

All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
  • apple cider vinegar, which scores 1. For a 0 rated product, white distilled vinegar is a great option.
  • mango, which scores 1. It has a ? as a liberator. The SIGHI list states that it is often well tolerated.
  • green onion isn't rated. You can swap out for white onion, which scores 0.
  • black pepper, which is optional, scores 2. The SIGHI list states that small amounts are tolerated.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.002gSodium: 31mgPotassium: 326mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 2678IUVitamin C: 62mgCalcium: 54mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Odele says

    August 03, 2024 at 5:14 am

    I sub’ed acv for white balsamic vinegar, added the zest of one medium sized lime, juice of 1/2 of that lime, one clove of minced garlic to the dressing. Topped with toasted sunflower seeds, roasted chopped almonds & black seasame (for visuals) in addition to the green onion. Was so tasty & beautiful! Def will make again many times over!

    Reply
    • Claire says

      August 03, 2024 at 7:18 am

      So glad you enjoyed it Odele!

      Reply
  2. Elizabeth says

    July 08, 2023 at 3:43 am

    5 stars
    This is delicious! I did change the proportions a bit by adding more mango and more dressing.

    Reply
    • Claire says

      July 08, 2023 at 7:06 am

      So glad you like it Elizabeth! And slaw is so adaptable isn't it, more fruit sounds delicious.

      Reply
  3. Katie Clark says

    July 26, 2020 at 3:32 pm

    Such a fresh, summer salad! Wonderful as a side, but also great for a topping on a sandwich/burger. (If you don't eat it right away, I'd keep the mango out until your ready to eat.)

    Reply
    • throughthefibrofog says

      July 26, 2020 at 8:58 pm

      So glad you like it! Great for summer BBQs too I think.

      Reply

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Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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