Mango season is in full bloom in South Florida. Mangoes are incredibly versatile fruits and can be used in a wide variety of delicious recipes. Mangoes and honey are both delicious ingredients that can be combined to create sweet and refreshing dishes. Here are a few ideas for honey and mango recipes:
1. Mango Honey Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 mango (peeled and sliced. Frozen mango works as well)
- 1 cup of plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- cup of ice cubes
Instructions:
Blend the mango, yogurt, honey, and ice cubes together until smooth. Adjust the sweetness with more honey if desired. Serve chilled.
2. Mango Honey Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and diced)
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1 cup of coconut water
Instructions:
Blend the diced mangoes, honey, and coconut water until smooth. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and insert sticks. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely set. Enjoy refreshing mango honey popsicles on a hot day!
3. Grilled Mango with Honey Glaze
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and sliced)
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
- a pinch of salt
Instructions:
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix together honey, lime juice, and salt. Brush the mango slices with the honey glaze. Grill the mango slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side until grill marks appear. Serve as a side dish or as a topping for ice cream or yogurt.
4. Mango Honey Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients:
- 1 mango (peeled and diced)
- Greek yogurt
- Granola or chopped nuts of choice
- SIIKA Mama mint + rosemary honey
- Shredded coconut and mint leaves to garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Layer diced mangoes, Greek yogurt, granola/chopped nuts, and a drizzle of honey in a glass or bowl. Repeat the layers until you reach the desired amount.
Top the parfait with a final drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of shredded coconut or fresh mint leaves.
5. Mango Honey BBQ Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe mango (peeled and diced)
- 1/2 cup of ketchup
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
(one of my favorite and most versatile mango recipes!)
Instructions:
In a blender or food processor, blend the diced mango until smooth. In a medium saucepan, combine the mango puree, ketchup, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Simmer over low heat for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Let the sauce cool before using it as a glaze for grilled chicken, ribs, or other meats.
6. Mango Honey Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe mangoes (peeled and diced)
- 1 cup of mixed greens
- 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup of sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons of honey
- 2 tablespoons of lime juice
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the diced mangoes, mixed greens, feta cheese, and sliced almonds. In a separate small bowl, whisk together honey and lime juice. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
These are just a few mango recipes to get you started. Feel free to experiment and modify these recipes based on your taste preferences and the ingredients you have available. Enjoy the delicious combination of mangoes and honey in these delightful dishes!
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