NATIONAL MANGO DAY
Fast Facts
- WHEN
- Celebrated each year on July 22nd
- CREATOR
- The National Mango Board began promoting the day, following India creating the day
- WHAT
- Celebrating the tropical fruit that provides delicious flavor and nutrition in one sweet bite
- VIBE
- Spend the day enjoying the fragrant, sweet, and versatile mango
NATIONAL MANGO DAY
On July 22 we celebrate National Mango Day as the tropical fruit that provides delicious flavor and nutrition in one sweet bite! Join us as we share why sweet, fragrant, and juicy mangoes add an abundance of flavor to beverages and meals.
#NationalMangoDay
Originating in India at least 5,000 years ago, mangos have been around for thousands of years. Mango seeds traveled with humans from Asia to the Middle East, East Africa and South America beginning around 300 or 400 A.D. Known as the king of fruits, mangos are said to bring richness of life, including material wealth.
Hundreds of varieties of mangoes grow around the world. On average, a mango tree can grow up to 131 feet tall. Mango trees are also a long-living tree, with some being as old as 300 years old today. In addition, the mango fruit comes in different sizes, colors, and sweetness depending on the cultivar.
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Ataulfo - Also known as the Honey mango, the Ataulfo is considered the Cadillac of the fruit. With a small seed and firm, sweet flesh, the Ataulfo doesn't become fibrous and stringy like other varieties.
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Haden - This popular mango variety was one of the first originated in Florida. It produces large fruits with a sweet and aromatic pine scent. With only thin fibers, it doesn't become stringy and is one of the most popular varieties.
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Irwin - Developed from the Haden, this mild mango is fiberless and is popular for home growers.
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Tommy Atkins - While this mango is tart and sweet, it is one of the stringiest mangoes on the market.
The type of mango will help determine where to use it. Sweet, buttery mangoes make for great eating. They also taste great in salads, develop flavor in marinades and add a pop of sweetness to spicy salsas. Drop more fibrous mangoes into the blender for a refreshing smoothie.
Mangoes also pack in the nutrients. Did you know that one mango contains almost two and a half times more vitamin C than an orange? Mangoes are also high in vitamins A, B-6 and K, antioxidants, potassium and dietary fiber.
HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL MANGO DAY
On National Mango Day, explore your produce section and discover the kinds of mangoes they offer. Celebrate the day by tasting and sampling new recipes. How about trying these ideas, too!
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Order a mango-inspired dish at a local restaurant.
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Try this Kiwi Mango Parfait.
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Highlight a dish with mango.
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Purchase different varieties of mangoes and have a mango tasting.
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Share your favorite mango recipes.
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If you live in a region where mangoes grow, plant a mango tree.
What a versatile fruit! How many ways will you celebrate with mangoes? While you enjoy, Share your mango celebration using #NationalMangoDay on social media.
NATIONAL MANGO DAY HISTORY
National Mango Day on July 22nd originated in India but in the United States, the National Mango Board began promoting the day, too.