Bring a little taste of the tropics into your life with some sweet and juicy mango. This delicious fruit is very versatile and can be used in several sweet and savory dishes.
Mango is very nutritious and is packed with vitamins C, A, E, K, and several B vitamins, too. It is also high in copper, potassium, and magnesium and is rich in antioxidants.
Whether it’s cake, ice cream, sauce, or salsa, this ‘king of fruit’ shines out in these 15 OGP recipes.
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1. Coconut Rice Cakes With Mango Sauce
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The rice in these Coconut Rice Cakes With Mango Sauce by Melanie Kröpfl keeps the cake together wonderfully. The mixed coconut flakes loosen up the dough a bit and the orange and mango give the cake a fruity, sweet, and sour note.
2. Mango Zucchini Bread Ice Cream Sandwiches
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Making ice cream sandwiches is the perfect way to transform and save any quick bread loaf. It would work wonderfully with any kind of quick bread – banana bread, carrot cake loaf, lemon loaf, etc. The options are endless! But, this Mango Zucchini Bread Ice Cream Sandwiches by Leah Moldowan is kind of amazing.
3. Fresh Cucumber and Mango Salsa
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Want a fresh salsa that tastes like summer in a bowl? Well, here you have it! This vegan Fresh Cucumber and Mango Salsa by Sarah Ottino is fast to put together and adds a huge burst of flavor to your tacos, rice bowls, or tortilla chips.
4. Mango Lemon Bars
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A classic summer dessert with a spin. These lemon bars are extra tasty thanks to an addition of mango and a soft, buttery shortbread crust. These Mango Lemon Bars by Taavi Moore are also coconut-free. Most vegan lemon bar recipes will call for coconut milk, but this one relies on corn and tapioca starch to create a thick, creamy texture. If you aren’t a fan of coconut or just tired of using it in every vegan recipe, then this one is for you.
5. 3-Ingredient Mango Pudding
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This is an easy, healthy, and tasty 3-Ingredient Mango Pudding by Namrata Edward Kshitij! It uses kateera gond as the thickener and is very easy to make! Plus, the mango pudding contains no added sugar. and is suitable for those who are allergic to nuts.
6. Mango Lime Cabbage Tacos
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These are a fresh, no-cook, nutrient-dense version of veggie tacos with mango lime sauce. You’ll love the way the refreshing filling in these Mango Lime Cabbage Tacos by Zuzana Fajkusova and Nikki Lefler combines with the creamy sauce to create delicious flavors and a satisfying meal!
7. Mango Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
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This Mango Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal by Lauren Smith is such a fun way to shake up your breakfast. Oats with peanut butter and some fruit is a classic, but it’s always fun to try a new combo! Mangoes pack a lot of moisture, so the oatmeal does not get quite as cakey as it would with a banana or zucchini. Instead, it will remain spongey on the inside, like a bread pudding.
8. Mango Sticky Rice
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Mango Sticky Rice by Raymund Macaalay is a refreshing Thai dessert made with glutinous rice mixed with sweetened coconut milk that is served warm or at room temperature. Traditionally, the rice is formed into a ball and served with mango, but modern versions use a spoon or fork. It’s a wonderful combination of sweet and salty taste with complementing creamy and tangy elements from the coconut cream and mangoes.
9. Mango Cherry Popsicles
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With the tropical notes of mango, a zesty kick from orange and ginger, and sweet pieces of cherries in each bite, these Mango Cherry Popsicles by Mitra Shirmohammadi are the definition of a refreshing summer treat! They take less than 15 minutes to prepare, but the hardest part is waiting a couple of hours for them to set!
10. Mango Nutty Nutella Pie Galette
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Make a beautiful treat for your friends and family. A creamy blend of chocolate and fruit, it’s so delicious! Are you ready to learn how you can make your own Mango Nutty Nutella Pie Galette by Mireille Aikman? Let’s get started!
11. Mango Crepe Cake
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This Mango Crepe Cake by Angie Li is perfect for any special occasion. This recipe makes a 24-layer 10″ crepe cake, please feel free to double or half the ingredients to make a bigger or smaller cake.
12. Lentil, Herb, and Mango Salad
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This Lentil, Herb, and Mango Salad by Julie Zimmer is so amazing! Made with green lentils, marinated red onion, lots of fresh herbs, and ripe mango, it is the perfect summer meal or side dish. The walnut vinaigrette brings it all together and gives it a rich nutty flavor.
13. No-Bake Mango Raspberry Cream Pie
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This vegan No-Bake Mango Raspberry Cream Pie by Gretchen Price is easier than it looks! The best part is you don’t have to turn on the oven! It’s bursting with the delicious flavors of raspberry and mango, then topped off with vegan whipped cream. The recipe calls for vegan cream cheese as the base for both of the filling layers, but if you do not have vegan cream cheese you can sub in cashew cream instead. Just add that last after cooking the mixture on the stove. You can also use sliced mango instead of the golden sandwich cookies layer.
14. Raw Mango Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream
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This Raw Mango Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream by The Kind Cook is a quick, healthy, and super easy snack, dessert, or breakfast idea. It’s also a great way to get fussy children to eat fruit.
15. Sweet and Sour Glazed Chickpeas with Mango Salsa
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You must try this Sweet and Sour Glazed Chickpeas with Mango Salsa by Taavi Moore. Top this recipe over brown rice or spice it up by serving them as tacos. This recipe will leave you feeling refreshed and satisfied after a long summer’s day. It is perfect for the heat and will satisfy your tastebuds with all the right flavors.
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