Mangoes

Other Names:mango

What is Mangoes

One of the most commonly eaten fruits in the world (along with bananas). Mangoes first originated in Southeast Asia over 4000 years ago and were brought to this country in the mid-1800's. Most commercially-grown mangoes come from Florida or Mexico. The flavor is a combination of peach and pineapple, but spicier and more fragrant (sometimes called the "tropical peach").

Substitute for Mangoes

Equal amounts of papayas, peaches, or nectarines

Equivalents

1 medium mango = 12 oz., 1 cup chopped, 3/4 cup pulp

metric conversions →

Exotic Fruits

Varieties

Like apples, the size and color of the mango varies with the variety.

Haden

Available February through June. Medium-sized, yellow in color with a red-orange blush. Mild in flavor and moderate fiber.

Tommy Atkins

Available April through July. Brightly colored red on the outside. Firm flesh with a small pit and some fiber. Good storage qualities.

Kent

Available June through August. A large fruit, primarily green-yellow colored on the outside, sometimes with a red blush. Fiberless and juicy with a sweet, rich flavor.

Keitts

Available July through September. Green with a yellow cheek. Juicy and low in fiber. Rich flavor and a small pit.

Nutrition Information For Mangoes

Serving Size

1 cup, sliced

Calories

107

Calories from Fat

% Daily Value^*

Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0mg

Sodium 3mg

Potassium

257g

10%

Total Carbohydrate 28g

10%

Dietary Fiber 3g

10%

Sugars 24g

Protein 1g

Vitamin A 0%	•	Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 0%	•	Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Favorite Mangoes Recipes

Hawaiian Mango Bread
Hawaiian Mango Bread is a quick bread something like banana bread except it uses sweet ripe mangoes. This is Chef Allen's take on a Hawaiian classic.
Aguas Frescas
These cool drinks called aguas frescas are made with water, fruit and a sweetener (typically sugar) and are commonly served in barrels by Mexico by street vendors.
Pineapple Tiramisu
This is a beautiful recipe for a Pineapple Tiramisu. The dessert is created with layers of pound cake and a layer of a pineapple infused cream cheese and mascarpone cheese whip. The tiramisu is then it is garnished with a fruit relish and fruit purees.
Tropical Mango Pineapple Salsa
This recipe for Tropical Mango Pineapple Salsa is super easy to make and tates very good atop grilled fish or meats or simply with chips. I use fruit salsa to top my taco salad as an alternative to taco sauce and I love it.
Grilled Paneer Cheese with Mango Chutney & Curry Vinaigrette
Paneer is a firm, grillable Indian cheese with a mild flavor. This cheese absorbs the flavors of an added sauce or dressing. Served with chutney and a curry vinaigrette.