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6 Delicious Ways to Eat Mango

Psst… can we let you in on a secret? Mango, when ripe, is sweeter than candy! This tropical fruit melts in your mouth while oozing with juicy goodness. But unlike candy, it packs a substantial punch of Vitamin C and folate necessary for a healthy diet. That’s why it’s a no-brainer to add this delicious fruit to your diet, especially since the possibilities are endless when it comes to how to enjoy it. Add mango slices as a topping to cereal, yogurt and oatmeal or mix it into your salad, salsa or smoothie for an instant mental trip to a palm-tree laden, tropical locale.

Not sure where to start? No problem! We’ve whipped up a few lip-licking creations to set you up right. So sit back, relax and take a taste vacation—a taste-cation, if you will—through paradise with these mango-inspired tropical treats. Each recipe is heavy on flavor and nutrition, yet light on the guilt!

Love mango but HATE peeling/cutting/chopping them? Click here for a quick tutorial on the best way to peel a mango.

1. Orange Mango Slushie

Orange Mango Slushie
In need of a Vitamin C kick? Look no further than this ultra-refreshing slushie supreme.

2. Pineapple Mango Smoothie

smoothie
With just one sip this smoothie can transport you to the warm shores of sunny Costa Rica. Give this tropical cooler a shot if you are looking to take your Nutrisystem shake south of the border.

3. Mango Vanilla Chia Pudding

pudding
This pudding is healthy enough for breakfast yet tasty enough for dessert. Just mix and freeze for an indulgence anytime of the day!

4. Mango Madness Green Smoothie

mango smoothie
Mango is the perfect flavor addition to mask the greens in this ultra healthy yet crave-worthy smoothie.

5. 5-Star Mango Salsa

mango salsa
Top your fish tacos or grab a corn chip to dip in the merging of flavors for this sweet, spicy, and tangy salsa.

6. Tropical Gazpacho Soup

tropical gazpacho
Soup-lovers rejoice in this summertime rendition, perfect for a light lunch or as a dinnertime starter.

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