Ripe mango recipes are one of the easiest ways to use up fresh mango before it turns overripe. From salsa and smoothies to easy desserts and simple dinners, here are the best ways to use it right now.
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- What To Do with Overripe Mango
- Mango with Chili Lime Salt
- Mango Pico de Gallo
- Mango Banana Smoothie With Passion Fruit
- Baked Coconut Shrimp with Mango Dipping Sauce
- Mango Kani Salad
- Snapper with Mango Slaw
- Peach Mango Salsa
- Mango Coleslaw
- Salmon Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo
- Tuna Poke Bowls
- Indian Mango Lassi
- Thai Sticky Rice
- Mango Coconut Cream Popsicles
- Mango Coconut Chia Pudding
- What Goes with Mango?
- Seafood That Goes with Mango
- FAQ
Best use: salsa, smoothies, fruit salads For dinner: mango with fish, shrimp, chicken For dessert: sorbet, mango with cream, crumb bars Too ripe? Blend and freeze
What To Do with Overripe Mango
- Blend and freeze for smoothies
- Make mango puree (store in fridge 3-4 days)
- Freeze in cubes and drop in sauces and dressings
👉 Frozen mango holds flavor well and reduces waste.
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, limes, 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!
Mango Kani Salad
This mango kani salad is made with shredded imitation crab, fresh mango, cucumber, carrots, and creamy spicy mayo dressing. It's cold, colorful, and easy to serve as a light lunch, side dish, or rice bowl.
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
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.
Mango Coleslaw
Mango coleslaw is a fresh, no mayo slaw made with crisp cabbage, sweet mango, lime juice, and cilantro. It's light, crunchy, and perfect for tacos, grilled chicken, or steak.
Salmon Rice Bowls with Spicy Mayo
Salmon rice bowls are a simple, filling meal that works well with fresh mango. Cubed salmon is coated in a light honey glaze and seared in a hot skillet, then served over rice with mango and fresh vegetables.
Tuna Poke Bowls
A poke bowl is a fresh way to use mango. Cubed fish is served over rice with mango, vegetables, and a simple sauce for a light meal.
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.
What Goes with Mango?
Mango is sweet, but it works with a lot of savory food. It's especially good with seafood and anything grilled.
- Fish - snapper, mahi mahi, salmon
- Shrimp - boiled or sautéed
- Chicken - try Key West sweet and sour chicken
- Avocado - adds richness and balances the sweetness
- Rice - white rice or coconut rice
- Greens - spinach, arugula, or mixed green salad
- Herbs - cilantro, mint, basil
You'll see mango used in salsa, rice bowls, salads, and as a topping for grilled meat. It brings a fresh, sweet contrast that makes simple meals taste better.
FAQ
Common mango varieties include Ataulfo (small and sweet), Tommy Atkins (firm and widely available), Kent (juicy and less fibrous), and Haden (rich and aromatic). Each one varies slightly in sweetness and texture.
A ripe mango feels slightly soft when gently squeezed and has a fruity aroma near the stem. Color is not always the best indicator. Go by feel and smell.
Mango skin is edible but tough and slightly bitter. Most people peel it before eating. Always wash the outside before cutting and discard or compost the skin after removing the fruit.
Slice the mango along both sides of the pit. Score the flesh in a grid pattern without cutting through the skin, then push it inside out and slice off the cubes. It's an easy way to get clean, even pieces for salads, bowls, or desserts.
Mango works well in savory dishes, tropical drinks, salads, and even sandwiches. Pair it with mint for a fresh contrast, or add it to salsa for tacos and grilled steaks.
