For many of us, mangoes are the first sign of the summer weather and the beginning of the fresh summer fruit season. And not only are mangoes delicious, they are also nutritious.
Because of their vibrant orange colour, mangoes contain plenty of vitamin A and vitamin C — which are powerful antioxidants. They also contain potassium and some fibre. Mangoes are great as a snack and they are low-GI as well!
Choosing
You should be able to apply some gentle pressure to a ripe mango. Ripe mangoes will have a lush yellow-orange colour and a sweet aroma. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Unripe, green mangoes are best left out in a fruit bowl until ripe, and then transferred to the fridge.
Eating
Trying to eat a mango without making too much of a mess can be a little tricky. The best way to prepare a mango is to: slice each cheek as close to the stone as possible; score horizontal and vertical lines inside the mango cheek, taking care not to cut through the skin; and hold cheek firmly on either edge and turn out and slice off mango squares from skin.
Mangoes are a favourite fruit for many, so we’d love to read your favourite mango recipes.
This information is provided by the Sanitarium Nutrition Service.
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