South Africa’s Juicy Treasure Trove: Local Mango Season is Here! Indulge in the Sweetness of Sunshine.
Get ready to tantalise your taste buds and soak up the summer sun because South Africa’s beloved mango season is in full swing From juicy Keitt to vibrant Kent mangoes, now is the time to celebrate this tropical delight.
South African mangoes are renowned for their exceptional sweetness, vibrant colours, and unique floral aromas. Grown with passion and care by local farmers, these mangoes are not only bursting with flavour but also contain essential vitamins and minerals.
Here are just a few reasons to savour the season:
- Unmatched Flavour: South African mangoes boast a diverse range of flavours, from the honeyed sweetness of Kent mangoes to the tangy zest of Tommy Atkins and succulent syrupy Heidi. There’s a perfect variety for every palate.
- Nutritional Benefits: Mangoes are high in vitamins A and C, biotin, and the mineral potassium. They are also a source of vitamins B1 and B6 and free from fat, sodium, and cholesterol. They’re a healthy and delicious way to help boost your immune system and overall well-being.
- Endless Culinary Delights: Mangoes are incredibly versatile fruits. Enjoy them fresh, sliced into salads, blended into smoothies, or transformed into delectable desserts like ice cream, jams, and chutneys.
Chef Thilivhali Mash Mugwena, well-known @MealswithMash food influencer, is also getting into the mango swing of things! The Meals with Mash brand goes a long way in influencing the food choices of many South Africans, which is not surprising as her passion for food and mouth-watering recipes are an inspiration. If you don’t believe us, try Chef Thilivhali’s Chicken Mango Salad recipe – perfect for hot summer days.
Let’s raise a glass (or a bowl) to South Africa’s incredible mangoes! This season, embrace the sweetness of sunshine and savour every juicy bite.
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CHICKEN MANGO SALAD RECIPE
Ingredients:
- 2 cooked chicken breasts
- 1 Handful of Baby spinach
- 1 Mango, diced
- 1/4 Cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 Cup English cucumber
- 1/3 Red onion, diced
- 1 Tbsp Pomegranate rubies (optional)
- 1 Tbsp Parsley
For the Honey Lemon Dressing
- Olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 1 Tsp parsley
- Salt & pepper, as needed
METHOD:
- Add baby spinach to a large salad bowl.
- Top your spinach with slices of chicken, diced mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, onion, pomegranate, and parsley. Then, set it aside while you mix the dressing.
- In a separate mixing bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
