Mangoes are known as the king of fruits and for all the right reasons. Delicious, thick, golden pulp… Mouthwatering sweet taste… Mangoes have got it all. When summer comes along, Mangoes are everywhere! Nothing can beat the heat better than enjoying the mango in your hand.
If there’s one unique aspect to eating a mango, it’s the sticky juice which seems to get everywhere. This is a fond memory for most; one of nostalgia and happy moments.
So why not give in to those memories and switch up mangoes for pure mango juice? And take it one step further by adding some bubbles for a sparkly and sweet version of the childhood favourite fruit. Mango juice is an easy way to enjoy the sweet fruit anywhere any time and to garner a multitude of health benefits as well.
- Mango juice can keep anemia at bay.
- It promotes vision and improves overall eye health.
- Mango juice is rich in beta carotene, vitamin C and iron.
- It is chock full of potassium which helps boost muscle tone and recovery.
- It helps improve bone strength.
- Potassium and magnesium present in mango juice can help lower blood pressure.
- It also has vitamin D and C which can lower cholesterol.
- The fibre in mango juice can help relive constipation and improve digestion.
- Both immunity and memory get a boost with regular consumption of mango juice.
- It improves mood.
Sparkling mango juice is a delicious drink in itself. However, it can also be used to whip up a few delicious delights. Below are 2 simple recipes.
MANGO POPSICLES
- Choose the varieties of candy that you enjoy.
- Take a bottle of sparkling mango juice and a different juice as well if you prefer.
- Slice up some fresh mangoes into tiny chunks.
- In a popsicle tray, first add in the candy and the mango bits.
- Top the entire mould with sparkling mango juice.
- Freeze, demould and enjoy this delicious summer treat.
MANGO PARFAIT
- Choose a small glass for assembling the parfait.
- Crumble some butter biscuits and set aside.
- Mix the sparkling mango juice with a spoon of gelatin and allow to set on the fridge.
- Whip some heavy cream with sugar to make some whipped cream.
- Chop up some fresh mango into small slices.
- Once the mango jelly has set, chop it into cubes.
- Start assembling the parfait starting with a layer of crumbled biscuits.
- Add a layer of jelly, a layer of whipped cream and a layer of fresh mango. Repeat till filled.
- Top with more biscuit crumbs, chill and serve.