Dancing slivers of mango with greens is a perfect summer salad.
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Sunny and superb, mangoes are cruising as the seasonal favourite with the setting in of summer. Make the most of the fresh and fragrant bounty in ingenious ways, as you elbow aside the mango pickles, amchur and the usual mango bellinis to celebrate the saviour in the summer.
Toss up Pop in yellow slivers of mango in your greens to lend a juicy spin to the salads. Mate with crispy baby spinach burrata avocado slices heirloom tomatoes kiwi bits and banana chunks with a slice of lime and chilli flakes. You can even wok-toss mangoes with sliced chillies and shallots. Mango puree with sticky rice is a delicious option. Bring in raw mango flecks in street food specials like bhelpuri or add to the tempering while stirring dal.
Dessert dive From cheesecake to kunafa home-made gelatos to mango mousse it is all about celebrating the deliciously golden seasonal run of the tropical fruit in all its goodness. Japanese twists ride high on popularity - mango cream and diced mango with matcha ice cream. You can even pair up the magic of Alphonso with freshly-sliced banana and lychee and bring in scoops of yummy ice cream for a delicious sweet something after your meal. Team the citrusy tang of fresh oranges with the sweetness of mangoes or load up that mango gateau with fresh Alphonso slices for a delightful dessert that is easy to rustle up at home.
Sip on Rev up the slurps with mango teas or simply sip on summer in a glass bringing in the raw mango specials and fizz ups with basil and ginger. Aam panna is a super hydrator with a tangy punch. Smoothies are super-picks with fresh mangoes ruling the pours. Team the fruit with a dash of spice to balance the sweetness. Mango quenchers are unbeatable running through magical coolers to keep you hydrated easily as the sun scowls. Bring out the brightness and the pop by adding a sprinkle of ginger juice and chia seeds to the coolers. Team up with coconut water pineapple chunks and rock salt to add that special punch.