Here, we use the tropical and versatile fruit in everything from savoury curries, kebabs and in a refreshing salsa, to sweet puddings, sorbet and the classic lassi. Try our ideas below, then check out our banana recipes, coconut recipes and pineapple recipes. Next check out our favourite summer desserts and summer salad recipes.

When are mangoes in season?

Mango season runs from May to September, being at their best from May to August.

Why we love mangoes

Juicy, sweet mangoes are the perfect fruity summer treat. Add some sunshine to your meals with vibrant mango salsas (perfect alongside barbecued fish and chicken or Mexican dishes), blitz into sunny yellow sorbets, lassis and smoothies or slice into refreshing and colourful summer salads.

Health benefits of mango

Mangoes are a good source of fibre and may aid digestion. They contain good levels of vitamin A and C and are rich in carotenoids which support eye health.

Best mango recipes

Grilled mango, tomato and burrata platter

A joyful, vibrant mix of heritage tomatoes, smooth burrata, grilled mango and a lime chilli dressing. Perfect for a sharing lunch al fresco.

A mango and burrata salad on a white plate against a blue background

Mango smoothie bowl

Nadine Brown's mango-packed lassi bowl, topped with chia seeds and pistachios for crunch, makes a sweet and nourishing start to the day.

Learn how to cube a mango the hedgehog way with this quick video.

Griddled chicken with rice and mango salad

A sweet and juicy mango dressing pairs well with wild rice and griddled chicken breast in this simple salad recipe that’s ready in just 35 minutes.

Chicken and Mango Salad Dressing Recipe with Rice

Instant mango fro-yo

Mango, lime and coconut yogurt are all you need in this super speedy, dairy-free frozen yogurt. Perfect for a hot summer’s day.

Chilli paneer skewers

Marinated in chilli, cumin and yogurt, this BBQ paneer is great stuffed into flatbreads or wrapped in naans along with a cooling coconut raita and fruity mango salad.

A round flatbread topped with bbq paneer skewers on a wooden board with a blue background

Dairy-free coconut, mango and turmeric fool

This refreshing mango and coconut combination makes for a creamy and light summer pudding, with the addition of turmeric providing zingy flavour.

Mango shrikhand

Shrikhand is a creamy Indian dessert made from strained yogurt that’s flavoured with aromatic spice or tropical fruits. This pavlova has a rose-scented crunchy-chewy meringue base and mango shrikhand topping that’s a little tart and zingy.

Jerk chicken with mango salsa

A refreshingly sweet mango salsa is a brilliant balance to smoky jerk chicken in this low-calorie dish, perfect for a healthy midweek dinner.

Mango upside-down cake

This exciting twist on a traditional pineapple upside-down cake sees sliced mango layered with a soft sponge, perfect with pouring cream for your next teatime treat.

Bream tostadas with mango and lime salsa

A deliciously tangy mango and lime salsa complements the fresh bream in the tostadas, brilliant for a family dinner with a difference.

Mango and prawn rice noodle salad

Check out our quick and easy noodle salad recipe with fresh king prawns, sweet and juicy mango and crunchy veggies. This super bright salad is low in calories and ready in 25 minutes – an easy midweek meal for the family.

Prawn Rice Noodle Salad Recipe with Mango

Crispy duck salad

Check out our duck salad recipe with mango and sugar snap peas, tossed in a ginger, sesame and hoisin sauce dressing. This vibrant salad is ready in under an hour.

Turmeric and mango lassi

Sweet mango, subtle spices and turmeric combine to make a chai-like lassi that’s both creamy and refreshing.

Prawn and mango curry

A warming sizzle of chilli and prawns mix together in a creamy mango and coconut sauce to create a well-balanced curry that’s ready in 20 minutes.

Mango sorbet

Make this tropical frozen dessert featuring mango and pineapple for a refreshing summer snack or dinner party dessert.

Honey-masala spatchcock chicken

A fresh corn and mango salad provides desirable freshness and zing in this epic spatchcock chicken dish from Gurdeep Loyal.

Jerk chicken skewers with mango salad

A fresh mango, pepper and sugar snap pea salad offsets the smoky jerk seasoning in this quick and easy chicken skewer recipe.

Jerk Chicken Skewers Recipe with Mango Salad

Angel food cake

This angel food cake showcases mango, passion fruit and strawberries for the perfect summer pud. Whipped egg whites create a beautifully light, airy texture.

Mango ice cream with raspberry coulis

This creamy mango ice cream with tangy raspberry coulis looks as beautiful as it is refreshing, perfect for following a spicy and filling meal.

Frozen mango and lime margaritas

Our sweet mango and zesty lime margaritas arguably make the best boozy refresher for a hot and sunny day.

Paneer and roasted beet salad

Nik Sharma’s colourful salad sees seared paneer mix with a fresh mango, lime and kefir dressing, combining to make a stand-out vegetarian meal you’ll want to savour.

A white plate of mango, paneer and roasted beetroot

Green mango highball

This Thai-inspired green mango highball is cooling and a little sweet, offering instant relief from the spiciness of traditional southern Thai food.

A highball glass filled with ice and topped with a mint sprig

Frozen orange and mango smoothie

A creamy breakfast treat or post-dinner drink, this mango, orange and banana smoothie is a brilliant way to help meet your 5 a day.

Spicy mango-glazed fish

A hot mango salsa adds a perfect kick to this super simple meal.

Tamarind-glazed tuna with sugar snap and mango salad

In this healthy fish dish, tamarind-glazed tuna sits on a salad of juicy mango and sugar snaps, ideal for a light lunch or dinner.

Seared Tuna Steak Recipe with a Pea and Mango Salad

Duck, mango and watercress salad

A simple assortment of duck, mango and watercress is easy to assemble yet offers impressive results, perfect for a midweek meal without any of the fuss.

Duck and mango rice paper rolls

These easy mango and duck rice paper rolls offer bursts of sweetness and aromatic flavours, perfect for an Asian-inspired snack at a drinks party of get together.

Coconut mousse pots

Make these refreshing mousse pots in advance to serve at summer dinner parties – the juicy mango really complements the creamy texture.

A grey plate holding three glasses filled with white mousse and topped with mango and granola, on a dark blue background

Coconut panna cotta with caramelised mango

The refreshing flavours of coconut and mango are a welcome sweet twist on this traditional Italian dessert, perfect for impressing dinner party guests.

Coconut Panna Cotta Recipe With Caramelised Mango

Grilled mango with ginger mascarpone cream

This super sweet summer dessert sees grilled mango served with a dollop of ginger-infused mascarpone and topped with a handful of pistachios.

Kale smoothie

Try our health editor's vegan, four-ingredient green smoothie, packed with vitamins and nutrients including vitamin C.

Thai burgers with salsa and sweet potato wedges

These easy pork burgers are flavoured with Thai curry paste and coriander then served up with a spicy chilli and mango salsa. Because there's no bun they are really low-fat and healthy, just serve delicious sweet potato wedges on the side.

Healthy Thai-style Burgers with Salsa and Sweet Potato Wedges

Coconut panna cotta with mango salsa

This classic Italian pud is given a refreshing tropical twist thanks to a zingy mango and passionfruit salsa. You’ll want to kick back and savour this sweet treat.

Tandoori salmon with spicy mango and cucumber chutney

In this original take salmon is cooked with tandoori spiced yogurt and served with chilli, mango and cucumber chutney. Plus salmon is packed full of vitamins and essential Omega-3 fatty acids!