Delicious Mango Recipes: 5 Ways to Enjoy Mangoes This Season

1. Cool Down with a Refreshing Mango

 Smoothie

Oh you know what goes good with Summer…Mangoes, absolutely yummy. During the hot days, perhaps the most satisfying thing that one would want to take would be a mango smoothie. This well-balanced and healthy treat is everyone’s go-to because it’s filled with nutrients straight from Mother Nature.

Ingredients:	Instructions:
1 ripe mango, peeled and pitted	Cut the mango into chunks and slice the banana.
1 banana	In a blender, combine the mango chunks, banana, yogurt. Blend until smooth
1 cup plain or Greek yogurt	If you prefer a sweeter flavor, add honey and blend again.
1 tablespoon honey (optional)	Toss in a handful of ice cubes and blend until the mixture is bubbly.
Ice cubes	Pour into glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a slice of mango or a sprig of mint for an extra touch.

Tips:

For an extra charming feel, coconut milk can also be added.

 It also has the advantage of being served cold; you would prefer to freeze the mango and bananas before blending it in order to enhance the cold factor of the smoothie.

 

 

2. Homemade Mango Ice Cream: A Summer

 Delight

Mango ice cream made from home is a delight that is rich and contains actual pieces of mango in it. This is such a delicious way to beat the summer heat. In addition, preparing it at home comes with an added bonus of managing the ingredients to exclude the use of artificial compounds.

Ingredients	Instructions
2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced	Blend the mangoes in a food processor or blender until smooth.
1 cup heavy cream	In a large bowl, whisk together the mango puree, cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until the sugar is completely dissolved.
1 cup whole milk	Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.
1/2 cup granulated sugar	Pour the chilled mixture into an ice cream maker and mix according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract	Transfer the mix ice cream to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up. Scoop and enjoy!
1 tablespoon lemon juice

 

Tips:

If you do not have an ice cream maker, you can pour the mixture into a shallow dish and cover it with plastic wrap and place in the freezer, stirring every 30 minutes this helps to break the ice crystals till it reaches the required consistency.

 

3. Delightful Mango Treats: Mango Delights

 

Mango delights are easy, savor sized and could be ideal with season’s parties or as a break snack. This is one of the simplest recipes involving mango and such mango flavored bites give the burst of tropics with every bite.

Ingredients	Instructions
1 cup mango pure	In a bowl, mix the mango puree, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, and honey until well combined.
1 cup shredded coconut	Use your hands or a small scoop to form the mixture into small balls or bite-sized pieces.
1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)	Roll each ball in graham cracker crumbs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup	Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs	Enjoy chilled, and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

 

Tips:

You can escalate the taste of your meals by adding a pinch of cinnamon or a sprig of lime juice to the dish.

 You may want to spread peanuts, walnuts or sesame seeds and roll the bites into these for an extra crunch.

 

4. Classic Mango Milkshake: A Creamy Treat

A mango milkshake is a perfect drink that one can enjoy in summers and a classic that can never go out of fashion. Mango milk shake is easy to prepare and has the mangoes flavor mixed with the creamy flavor from the milk and ice cream.

Ingredients	Instructions
1 ripe mango, peeled and pitted	Cut the mango into chunks.
1 cup vanilla ice cream	In a blender, combine the mango chunks, vanilla ice cream, milk, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
1/2 cup milk	If the milkshake is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again.
1 tablespoon sugar (optional)	Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired. Serve immediately.
Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

 

Tips:

Greek yogurt can be used in place of the vanilla ice cream, and the sugar can be decreased for a lighter version.

For an added taste boost, add a few mint leaves or a pinch of cardamom.

 

5. Silky Mango Pudding: A Delicious Finale

A delicious way to round off a summer meal is with mango pudding, a silky, creamy dessert. Mango flavor abounds in this creamy pudding, which is surprisingly simple to prepare.

 

Ingredients	Instructions
1 1/2 cups mango puree	In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the coconut milk and regular milk until smooth
1/2 cup sugar	Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it begins to thicken.
1 cup coconut milk	Stir in the mango puree and cook for another 2 minutes until the pudding is thick and creamy.
1/2 cup milk	Remove from heat and pour the pudding into serving dishes. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
2 tablespoons cornstarch	Garnish with fresh mango slices or a dollop of whipped cream before serving.
1/4 teaspoon salt

 

Tips:

Just before chilling, try folding in some sliced mango pieces for some extra texture.

To make a vegan version, substitute soy or almond milk for regular milk and make sure the sugar is made from plants.