Recipes for Fresh Cut Mango

Safe ways to use fresh cut mango past its expiration date

Mango Smoothie

Mango Smoothie

A refreshing and nutritious smoothie made with expired but safe fresh cut mango.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup expired fresh cut mango
  • 1 ripe banana
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine the expired fresh cut mango, ripe banana, milk, and sweetener.
  2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add ice cubes and blend again until desired consistency is reached.
  4. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Mango Salsa

Mango Salsa

A zesty and colorful salsa made with expired but safe fresh cut mango.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup expired fresh cut mango, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, finely chopped (any color)
  • 1 jalapeno, seeds removed and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine the expired fresh cut mango, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeno, and cilantro.
  2. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Gently toss everything together until well combined.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or enjoy with tortilla chips.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Mango Curry

Mango Curry

A delicious and flavorful curry made with fresh cut mangoes

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cut mangoes
  • 1 onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 inch ginger
  • 2 green chilies
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a pan and add chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chilies. Saute until onions turn golden brown.
  2. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Cook for a minute to release the flavors.
  3. Add fresh cut mangoes and coconut milk. Stir well and bring it to a simmer.
  4. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the mangoes are tender.
  5. Season with salt according to taste.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
  7. Serve hot with rice or naan.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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