As the summer sun beats down relentlessly, there's nothing quite like the sweet and tangy flavor of ripe mangoes to cool you down. From refreshing drinks to delightful desserts, mangoes are incredibly versatile and add a burst of tropical goodness to any dish. Here are 5 mouthwatering mango recipes to brighten up your summer days.
# Mango Lassi Ingredients
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons sugar or honey (optional)
Crushed ice
Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Method- In a blender, combine the diced mango, yogurt, milk, and sugar or honey (if using).
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add crushed ice to the blender and blend again until well combined.
- Pour the mango lassi into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve chilled.
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Mango Salsa
Ingredients 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
Method- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mangoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeno pepper.
- Add lime juice and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve mango salsa as a topping for grilled fish, chicken, or as a dip with tortilla chips.
# Mango Coconut Popsicles
Ingredients 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
1/2 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Method- In a blender, combine the diced mangoes, coconut milk, and honey or agave syrup.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in shredded coconut, if using.
- Pour the mango coconut mixture into popsicle molds.
- Insert popsicle sticks into each mold and freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely frozen.
- Once frozen, remove the popsicles from the molds and enjoy this tropical treat on a hot summer day.
# Mango Avocado Salad Ingredients 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
1 cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Juice of 1 lime
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or cilantro
Salt and pepper to taste
Method- In a large salad bowl, combine the diced mangoes, avocado, cucumber, and red onion.
- Squeeze lime juice over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle chopped mint or cilantro over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve mango avocado salad as a refreshing side dish or light lunch option.
# Mango Sticky Rice
Ingredients 1 cup glutinous rice (sticky rice)
1 cup coconut milk
1/4 cup sugar
Pinch of salt
2 ripe mangoes, peeled and sliced
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Method- Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
- In a saucepan, combine the coconut milk, sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
- Add the rinsed glutinous rice to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and tender, stirring occasionally.
- Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes.
- To serve, scoop the sticky rice onto serving plates and top with sliced mangoes.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the mango sticky rice, if desired.
- Enjoy this classic Thai dessert as a satisfying end to your summer meal.