24 Mango Recipes That Are Bursting With Flavor

Mangoes are the tropical fruit we just can't get enough of. When ripe and juicy, they're perfect in both sweet and savory dishes. You'll find us baking them into desserts, blending them into summer drinks and dicing them up for salsa all season long. They can be a little tricky to cut, but it's well worth the effort—you'll be rewarded with the sweetest, golden fruit you can imagine.

Mangoes are available year-round at most grocery stores but if you can get them in season (between May and September), do that. You'll want the ripest, juiciest mangoes to really do justice to most of these recipes, including this popular Filipino dessert. Made of layered whipped sweetened cream, graham cracker crumbs and fruit that's chilled overnight (think icebox cake), it's an easy no-bake dessert you can learn by heart—and make whenever the craving strikes.

Perhaps you’ve journeyed past street vendors selling Mexican sliced mangos, their juicy flesh flecked with the deep red chile-lime-sea salt seasoning called tajin. Here those sweet, tangy flavors are transformed into mangonadas. Although you can find many variations on this classic recipe, the drink is typically made with chamoy, a mouth-puckering sauce made from pickled fruit. Look for it, along with tajin and tamarind candy straws, at Mexican markets or online. Our version of the drink is frozen and luscious, just what’s called for on a hot summer day.

This sweet-and-spicy recipe combines mangoes, habaneros, fresh cilantro and lime for a simple salsa you'll make again and again.

Kardea says, "Chiffon pies get their fluffy texture from a mixture of gelatin and egg whites. I love the tartness the mango gives the filling and when paired with the graham cracker-toasted coconut crust, it's a dessert that reminds me of being on a tropical island. You're going to love it!"

If you're a fan of pineapple upside-down cake you'll love Marcela's take; she uses fresh sliced mango to complement her sweet, buttery cake.

Lassi is a refreshing yogurt-based drink from India that's often blended with fruit and spices. There are many variations, but mango is among the more common. Here, we take the traditional lassi flavors and blend them in a food processor to make a super-fast, super easy ice cream that doesn't require an ice cream machine.

Chef Michael Symon says, "I love the freshness of this slaw in the summer. Slightly sweet and crunchy, it just packs a punch and goes great with a grilled and smoky pork tenderloin. You can also make the slaw ahead if you want, as it will remain great for at least eight hours."

Fresh mangos is the perfect finishing touch for moist and delicious tres leches cake. To create a simple, speedy fruit sauce we puree some of the mango with sugar. Then, we fold in the chunks of diced mango.

This cookout-worthy cocktail is perfectly refreshing. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, the sweet mango really has a chance to shine.

When you need a simple dessert, reach for frozen pound cake and fresh fruit to make this strawberry shortcake-inspired treat. We add mango to the mix; we find that it's subtle floral flavor elevates the strawberries — and blends perfectly with the rich, buttery slices of cake.

Toss diced mango with habanero, lime and cilantro for a spicy relish that effortlessly elevates simple grilled salmon.

Mango, mango, mango! This super easy, low-fat frozen treat is 100 percent ripe mango (with just a little bit of water to help with blending). Pro tip: Use really ripe fruit, which is naturally sweeter.

Sunny's 5-star salad comes together with just 6 ingredients (plus salt and pepper) and is ready in just 15 minutes. There's no better way to use up those extra mangos you've got in your kitchen!

This citrus tart gets a tropical makeover with the addition of bright, sweet mango puree. If you can’t find mango puree in your local freezer section, you can blend frozen, thawed mango chunks until smooth.

Guy marinates chicken in a mango-based sauce (that he flavors with some garlic and chipotle peppers) for a summery main that's packed with flavor. You won't need all the sauce for marinating the chicken so be sure to serve the extra alongside, for dipping.

The salmon in this ceviche is cured in tart lime juice — making mango the perfect addition. The cubed fruit not only looks pretty but it adds just the right amount of balanced sweetness.

Molly says, "These are inspired by a Mexican treat that coats mango in chile and lime. It's so refreshing and delicious! I like to add a little coconut, in a Southeast Asian-inspired move".

Instead of a fruit that is often paired with pork (like pineapple or peaches) Aarti opts for mango. It's gives her homemade BBQ sauce a nice, natural sweetness.

This easy side dish has it all: wholesome rice and quinoa, refreshing cucumber, spicy jalapeno and (of course) sweet, juicy mango. Serve with chicken or shrimp for a weeknight dinner the whole family will enjoy.

When it comes to grilling fruit, peaches and pineapple get all the attention. And, we're not sure why because thick slices of juicy mango are sweeter and even more delicious with a little char on them!

A quick and simple way to take your guac to new heights? Stir in cubed mango like Ree does.

This frozen treat is loaded with delicious mango and a refreshing punch of lime. A dusting of ancho chile powder before serving provides a nice warming kick.

Cole slaw gets a tropical upgrade! Sliced mango, fresh lime juice, and sweet coconut milk are added to a bag of store-bought cole slaw mix for a light-and-bright take on a classic.