It's mango season in Florida, and with an abundance of ripe mangoes, you might be wondering how best to use them. Here are eleven of the best mango recipes guaranteed to be refreshing with a burst of tropical flavor!
Enjoy the mango's natural sweetness by eating it fresh.
You can dice and slice mangoes or incorporate them into fruit salads, smoothies, sauces, and salads.
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- Best Ways to Use Ripe Mangoes
- Mango with Chili Lime Salt
- Mango Pico de Gallo
- Mango Banana Smoothie With Passion Fruit
- Baked Coconut Shrimp with Mango Dipping Sauce
- Snapper with Mango Slaw
- Peach Mango Salsa For Fish and Seafood
- Jus de Fruit
- Indian Mango Lassi
- Thai Sticky Rice
- Mango Coconut Cream Popsicles
- Mango Coconut Chia Pudding
- Recommended Tropical Recipes
- FAQ
Best Ways to Use Ripe Mangoes
The best ways to use mango are Mango Banana Smoothie With Passion Fruit, Mango with Chili Lime Salt, Coconut Shrimp with Mango Dipping Sauce, Mango Pico de Gallo, Seared Snapper with Mango Slaw, Peach Mango Salsa, Jus de Fruit, Indian Mango Lassi, Thai Sticky Rice, Mango Coconut Chia Pudding, and Mango Coconut Cream Popsicles.
Mango with Chili Lime Salt
This recipe for seasoned mango knocks it out of the park. For all of you mango lovers, you have to try this! Fresh mango, chili powder, lime zest, lime juice, and big flaky salt turn a Kent mango into a Spectacular mango!
Mango Pico de Gallo
This Mango Pico de Gallo recipe is made with mangoes, tomatoes, chilis, lime juice, and cilantro. It is a summer salad that goes great with fish, chicken, and meat dishes.
Mango Banana Smoothie With Passion Fruit
In this recipe, I've combined mango, plain yogurt, tiny Manzano bananas, passion fruit, honey, and ice.
The fruit was all picked at the Sleepy Lizard Farm in Homestead, Florida.
I love my probiotics and all of the benefits of yogurt! This is my favorite mango smoothie!
Baked Coconut Shrimp with Mango Dipping Sauce
This easy oven-baked coconut shrimp recipe features Key West Pink Shrimp coated in a crunchy, golden-brown coconut crust. No frying needed, just crispy, flavorful shrimp baked to perfection! The cool mango basil dipping sauce ties it all together.l
Plus, step-by-step photo instructions show you how to dice a mango like a pro so you can get perfect, juicy pieces every time!
Snapper with Mango Slaw
This is an easy recipe for snapper, or any other thin white fish fillets, that goes with a light and delicious mango slaw. Big pieces of ripe mango are mixed with cabbage, carrots, cilantro, and lime juice for a refreshing side salad.
Peach Mango Salsa For Fish and Seafood
This peach mango salsa is one of the best ways to use ripe mango. Combining ripe peaches and juicy mangoes with red onions, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice creates a sweet and healthy condiment perfect for your meals.
Jus de Fruit
From Chad in central northern Africa, Jus de Fruit is a refreshing drink made with fresh fruit, milk, ice, and a hint of cardamom and nutmeg.
Jus de Fruit means fruit juice in French. It's a delicious tropical drink between a smoothie, milkshake, and juice.
Indian Mango Lassi
Mango Lassi is a healthy yogurt-based Indian drink that combines the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the creaminess of yogurt. It's made in a blender and 5 minutes!
Thai Sticky Rice
This Thai dessert is made with sticky rice, coconut milk, sugar, and a little salt for balance. Then, it's topped with sweet mango slices and drizzled with rich coconut cream sauce for a creamy, tropical treat.
Mango Coconut Cream Popsicles
Delicious and refreshing vegan coconut mango passion fruit popsicles. This ripe mango recipe is sweetened with a little maple syrup.
Mango Coconut Chia Pudding
This tasty Mango Coconut Chia Pudding is a dairy-free dessert made with chia seeds, coconut milk, and fresh mango. It's sweetened with maple syrup. You'll love this healthy and filling sweet dessert.
Recommended Tropical Recipes
Here are our favorite recipes for tropical foods from The Keys.
These dishes showcase the best of coastal ingredients and zesty seasonings, bringing a taste of paradise to your table.
- Blackened Snapper with Key Lime Butter Sauce
- Oven Roasted Mahi Mahi
- Crispy Pan Fried Mahi Mahi Recipe
- Florida Keys Stone Crabs with Mustard Sauce
- Sautéed Shrimp with Coconut Aminos
- Florida Smoked Fish Dip Recipe
- Creamy Florida Keys Pink Shrimp Salad
- Roasted Yellowtail Snapper with Old Bay
FAQ
There are numerous mango varieties, each with its unique flavor, size, and color. Some popular varieties include Alphonso, Kent, Tommy Atkins, Haden, Ataulfo, Honey Mango, and Keitt.
Ripe mango is slightly soft when gently squeezed, with a fruity aroma at the stem end.
No, the skin of a mango is tough. Wash the outside of the skin before cutting into it and discard or compost the skin after removing the fruit.
