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Nico Schinco
Native to Southeast Asia and India, mangoes are ubiquitous these days, available in most grocery stores (and, if you're lucky enough to live in parts of California or Florida, maybe even in your own backyard). However you come across them, they're worth snatching up and eating on their own as a breakfast, dessert, or snack, or incorporated into any of the wide range of recipes we've gathered here.
With a flavor that's sweet, tart, floral, and a touch buttery, mango complements spicy foods incredibly well; it also pairs beautifully with creamy ones, from cheese to coconut milk. Pick up a few up the next time you're at the store, and take one of these great recipes for a spin.
Three-Ingredient Mango Sorbet
Make this recipe once and you'll know it by heart: you simply puree frozen mango with maple syrup, lemon juice, and a dash of water. Pop it in the freezer, and it's ready when firm.
Mango-and-Avocado Salsa
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Martha Stewart
Although savory salsa is the most well-known, fruits are a welcome introduction. Paired with creamy avocado, mango makes a great topping for spicy tacos.
Frozen Mango Margarita
This colorful and punchy cocktail is great for taco night, and definitely fancy enough for a special occasion.
Grilled Chicken with Mango and Mint-Lime Dressing
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We love a double-duty dressing, and this one is particularly nice. It's a combo of lime, garlic, and mint, and you use half of it for the chicken and the rest for the salad, which includes mango, watercress, and radishes.
Smoothie Parfait
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Mango isn't the only fruit in this pretty cup, but it's one of the star players, offering a sweet counterpoint to the spinach.
Turmeric-Mango Smoothie
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This bright smoothie will lift your mood with its gorgeous hue, and your body will get a boost, too, thanks to anti-inflammatory turmeric.
Ceviche With Tropical Fruit and Habanero
Red snapper has a sweet, mild flavor that goes beautifully with fruit. Here, mango and pineapple combine with cherry tomatoes and chile for a delectable ceviche that's great with tortilla chips.
Mango-Mozzarella Salad
This spin on caprese swaps in sweet mangoes for the usual tomatoes, and skips the basil in favor of zippy lemon juice. You can use fresh mozzarella or burrata.
Mango-Lime Granita
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Martha Stewart
Need to cool off quickly? Try a granita, an Italian shaved ice. With mango and lime, it's like a cool breeze on a tropical island.
Mango Mojito
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The traditional Cuban cocktail doesn't include mango, but it's actually a terrific addition. The other ingredients include light rum, lime juice, sugar, mint leaves, and club soda.
Upside-Down Mango Tartlets
Mango meets tarte tatin, and then gets shrunken down in these cute treats. Serve them warm for maximum deliciousness.
Mango-Basil Salsa
Spoon this terrific salsa on fish tacos or scoop it up with salty tortilla chips. Either way, you're sure to love it.
Mango Sauce
Mango sauce is delicious on waffles or pancakes, a healthier option than syrup, and an unexpected one, at that.
Pineapple and Mango Rum Cocktails
These three-ingredient beauties will be a hit at your next party. Don't forget a slice of tropical fruit, such as dragon fruit or star fruit, as the garnish.
Easy Mango Chutney
This uncomplicated relish will perk up everything from kebabs to burgers. It's sweet with an undertone of spice, thanks to black mustard seeds and cumin seeds.
Coconut-Lime Semifreddo
Petrina Tinslay
Sliced mangoes make a beautiful and delicious topping to this ice cream-like dessert, which also stars coconut and lime, for a cool and refreshing end to a summer meal.
