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14 Mango Recipes That Prove This Fruit Isn’t Just for Dessert

July 6, 2025 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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When you think of mangoes, your mind probably goes straight to smoothies, sorbets, or maybe perfectly ripe slices eaten fresh. 

But mangoes are so much more than a sweet summer treat. With their juicy flesh, tangy-sweet flavor, and vibrant color, mangoes are one of the most versatile fruits in the kitchen, especially when it comes to cooking and baking. 

In this roundup, I’m spotlighting 14 creative mango recipes that go way beyond dessert. These dishes are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you love mangoes, then you will love these recipes!

Vietnamese Mango Salad With Mint, Red Onion, and Chili

Vietnamese Mango Salad with Mint, Red Onion, and Chili.

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This punchy, sweet-and-sour Vietnamese mango salad combines ripe yellow mango, mint, and other herbs with quick-pickled red onion and a limey, umami chili dressing to create an easy, refreshing mango salad that’s perfect as a side dish for many Asian meals.

Get The Recipe: Vietnamese Mango Salad with Mint, Red Onion, and Chili

Healthy Mango Oatmeal Crunch Muffins

Healthy Mango Oatmeal Crunch Muffins.

Image Credit: Two Sisters Mix it Up.

These bakery-style Healthy Mango Oatmeal Crunch Muffins are jumbo-sized, soft and fluffy, with fresh mango chunks and a crunchy cinnamon oatmeal topping. They are a perfect breakfast item. 

Get the Recipe: Healthy Mango Oatmeal Crunch Muffins

 

Sweet & Spicy Summer Salad

Sweet & Spicy Summer Salad.

Image Credit: Tasty Cue.

This is the summer salad you bring to the table when you want to impress without turning on the stove. It has delicious Mango and strawberries, edamame and basil.  

Get the Recipe: Sweet & Spicy Summer Salad

 

Mexican Black Bean Salad With Mango and Cilantro

Mexican black bean salad with mango and cilantro.

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This Mexican black bean salad is a delightful medley of fresh, bold flavors. Juicy mango, hearty black beans, tomato, and cilantro create the perfect base. The dressing made from garlic, avocado oil, and a splash of lime adds a tangy, savory touch. 

Get the Recipe: Mexican black bean salad with mango and cilantro

 

Lentil Mango Salad With Mango Coconut Lime Chicken

Lentil Mango Salad with Mango Coconut Lime Chicken.

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This Lentil Mango Salad with Mango Coconut Lime Chicken is probably the best summer salad. This Coconut-Lime-Mango dressing is used both as a marinade for the super flavourful chicken and as a dressing for the salad.

Get the Recipe: Lentil Mango Salad with Mango Coconut Lime Chicken

 

Mango Avocado Cucumber Salad

Mango Avocado Cucumber Salad.

Image Credit: Veg Buffet.

This Mango Cucumber Avocado Salad is bursting with fresh flavors from mango, cucumber, and avocado, topped with an easy, savory, and tangy homemade sauce. 

Get the Recipe: Mango Avocado Cucumber Salad

 

Spicy Brown Sugar Salmon With Mango Salsa

Spicy Brown Sugar Salmon (w/ Mango Salsa!).

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This Spicy Brown Sugar Salmon is ready in under 20 minutes! Flaky and moist salmon is coated in a sweet, spicy, and savory rub and topped with cool, crunchy mango salsa. 

Get the Recipe: Spicy Brown Sugar Salmon with Mango Salsa

 

Chicken Blueberry Salad Recipe With Mango Salad Dressing

Chicken Blueberry Salad Recipe with Mango Salad Dressing.

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This Chicken, Blueberry, and Mango Salad with Mango Vinaigrette is the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. 

Get the Recipe: Chicken Blueberry Salad Recipe with Mango Salad Dressing

 

Mango Bell Pepper Stir-Fry With Salmon

Mango Bell Pepper Stir-Fry With Salmon.

Image Credit: Nkechi Jaeroh.

This entire healthy vegetarian mango bell pepper stir fry with salmon cooks in 30 minutes or less. It’s a tasty mango dish that hits every spot. It’s healthy, easy, juicy, sweet, savory, colorful, flavorful, and insanely delicious! 

Get the Recipe: Mango Bell Pepper Stir-Fry With Salmon

 

Mango Chicken Salad With Avocado 

Mango Chicken Salad With Avocado (Bariatric Friendly Recipe).

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This Mango Chicken Salad With Avocado is the fresh, vibrant meal your weeknight dinners have been waiting for! Juicy mango, creamy avocado, and tender chicken come together in one colorful, nutrient-packed bowl. 

Get the Recipe: Mango Chicken Salad With Avocado (Bariatric Friendly Recipe)

 

Mango Salsa Recipe

Mango Salsa Recipe.

Image Credit: Chew Out Loud.

This Mango Salsa Recipe is hearty, boldly flavorful, festively colorful, and wonderfully textured. It tastes irresistible with tortilla chips and pairs beautifully with grilled meats. 

Get the Recipe: Mango Salsa Recipe

 

Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salsa

Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salsa.

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These easy Grilled Shrimp Tacos, topped with an Avocado Mango Salsa, are quickly made with fresh and flavorful ingredients and are perfect for any night of the week. 

Get the Recipe: Shrimp Tacos With Mango Salsa

 

Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa

Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa.

Image Credit: Grits and Gouda.

These Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa are the perfect recipe for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner. Pan-fried fish (such as crappie or tilapia) paired with an easy homemade mango salsa for a delicious combination of sweet and savory flavors.

Get the Recipe: Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

 

Mango Habanero Wings

Mango Habanero Wings.

Image Credit: Foodess.

These Mango Habanero wings that roast up crispy (without any added fat!), then get tossed in a glossy mango-habanero glaze that’s sticky, sweet, and fiery in all the right ways.

Get the Recipe: Mango Habanero Wings

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