Shrimp and Mango Salad with Glass Noodles

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
7%
Shrimp and Mango Salad with Glass Noodles
20 min.
4
198kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition? Look no further than our delightful Shrimp and Mango Salad with Glass Noodles! This recipe is a spectacular medley of contrasting textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests, all while being vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free!

Imagine the satisfaction of slurping up those delicate glass noodles, made from mung beans, that provide a satisfying chewiness while soaking up the tangy, sweet dressing. The succulent mango, vibrant with tropical sweetness, pairs beautifully with the fresh crunch of scallions and the aromatic notes of basil. To add a touch of heat, we include either serrano or jalapeño chile, giving each bite a little kick that makes your palate dance.

This salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its color palette, but it’s also quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes to whip up. Perfect as a side dish at your next gathering or as a light starter to a midweek dinner, it’s versatile enough to suit any occasion. With only 198 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free! So gather your ingredients and dive into this healthy, delicious, and visually appealing dish that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • ounces vermicelli very thin (also known as cellophane, glass, or mung bean noodles)
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh coarsely chopped
  • teaspoon jalapeno fresh chopped to taste
  • pound mangos peeled cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt 
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • measuring cup
  • colander

Directions

  1. Cover noodles with boiling-hot water in a large bowl and let stand 8 minutes.
  2. Drain noodles in a colander and rinse with cold running water.
  3. Drain well, then return to bowl.
  4. While noodles are soaking, combine shrimp, mango, scallions, basil, and chile in another large bowl.
  5. Stir together vinegar, sugar, and salt in a measuring cup until sugar is dissolved, then toss half of sauce with noodles and half with shrimp salad.
  6. Serve noodles topped with shrimp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Calories198kcal
Protein2.37%
Fat2.22%
Carbs95.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
76.46
Glycemic Load
12.22
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
9.0978260506754%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Catechin
1.95mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
1.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.06kcal
9.9%
Fat:0.5g
0.77%
Saturated Fat:0.11g
0.71%
Carbohydrates:48.18g
16.06%
Net Carbohydrates:45.93g
16.7%
Sugar:21.8g
24.22%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:878.05mg
38.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.2g
2.4%
Vitamin C:44.72mg
54.21%
Vitamin K:29.85µg
28.43%
Vitamin A:1409.3IU
28.19%
Folate:56.45µg
14.11%
Fiber:2.25g
9%
Copper:0.17mg
8.25%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.11%
Vitamin E:1.16mg
7.76%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.34%
Potassium:226.43mg
6.47%
Iron:1mg
5.54%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.35%
Selenium:3.13µg
4.47%
Vitamin B3:0.89mg
4.46%
Magnesium:15.37mg
3.84%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.14%
Calcium:30.72mg
3.07%
Phosphorus:30.29mg
3.03%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.66%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.82%
Source:Epicurious