15 Plant-Based Spicy Mango Recipes

In these 15 plant-based dishes, the sweet and tangy flavor of mango pairs perfectly with the heat of spicy ingredients that are both flavorful and satisfying.

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1. Mangos Enchiladas: Mexican Spicy Mangoes

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Spices and mangoes are a match made in heaven. These small spicy Mexican Spicy Mangoes by Azucena Noriega are a snack, a topping to dessert, or a treat when you have a craving. Most of the work with these is waiting over night. Top sorbets or ice creams with these little guys for a spicy/sweet bite.

2. Quinoa and Lentil Vegetable Rolls With Spicy Mango-Tomato Sauce

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These Quinoa and Lentil Vegetable Rolls With Spicy Mango-Tomato Sauce by Simona Malerba are made of phyllo dough that is lovingly filled with a mixture of quinoa, lentils, zucchini, and fresh herbs. They make for the perfect finger food at parties because who can resist a savory pastry? Make it interesting by serving alongside a spicy sauce made from tomatoes and sweet mango.

3. Tostones With Spicy Mango Salsa

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Transport yourself to a tropical paradise. Diced juicy mangoes are tossed with chopped bell pepper, red onion, and fiery slices of jalapeño, which mingle with cool cubes of cucumber and creamy avocado. Topped with freshly-squeezed lime juice and handfuls of fragrant cilantro, this simple, sweet, and spicy blend is the perfect topping for the hot and crunchy plantain bites known as tostones in this Tostones With Spicy Mango Salsa recipe by Adam Merrin and Ryan Alvarez.

4. Spicy Mango Tofu Tacos 

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You can literally put anything and everything into a taco and it’s delicious! In this particular Spicy Mango Tofu Tacos recipe by Medha Swaminathan, corn tortillas are filled with roasted tofu, juicy mangos, some heat from jalapeños, and a dollop of zesty guacamole. Summery and irresistible!

5. Sweet and Spicy Mango Kebabs

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Think you have to miss out on barbecues if you’re trying to eat more raw foods? Not with these Sweet and Spicy Mango Kebabs by Amanda Nicole Smith! Mango, mushrooms, tomatoes, and onions are sliced and tossed in a blend of barbecue spices, then dehydrated. They’re raw, spicy, sweet, and chewy and great when served as a side with burgers.

6. Sweet and Spicy Thai Mango Salad with Cashews

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This flavorful Sweet and Spicy Thai Mango Salad with Cashews by Tara Binder only takes a few minutes to whip up. If you’re not eating it right away, wait and add the cashews shortly before serving to preserve their crunch.

7. Spicy Raw Mango Salad

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This Spicy Raw Mango Salad by Tina Dawson is a flavor explosion in each bite! It’s tangy from the raw mango, crunchy from the peanuts, sesame seeds, and raw onions, a little bitter-sweet from the fried onion and spicy and garlicky sweet all over. Yum!

8. Mangonada

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If you’ve ever been to Mexico, you may have been lucky enough to try a mangonada. This extremely popular golden-red drink can be found all across the country and is filled with mangoes, layers of chamoy, and Tajin seasoning. It’s the perfect balance between sweet, sour, spicy, salty, and umami. And now you can enjoy this Mangonada by Mitch and Justine Chapman in the comfort of your very own home!

9. Mango, Chili, and Lime Quinoa Salad

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This creative Mango, Chili, and Lime Quinoa Salad by Rachel Clarke will make you see salads as more than just a bed of greens. Fresh, juicy mango and sweet golden raisins are mixed with zesty lime juice and spicy diced chilis. The greens are tossed with quinoa, crisp red onion and bell pepper, then combined with the fruit and topped with pecans and pumpkin seeds for crunch and protein.

10. Smoky BBQ Mango Jackfruit Sliders

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If you’re looking to break into the world of jackfruit, you have to try this effortless recipe for Smoky BBQ Mango Jackfruit Sliders by Gabrielle St. Claire! They’re bursting with lightly sweet, slightly spicy flavor and perfectly paired with fresh, crunchy jalapeño slaw. While the jackfruit cooks, the sauce caramelizes slightly, turning a deep brown color, and adding a touch of more sweetness to the dish.

11. Jerk Tempeh Wraps With Mango Basil Aioli

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These Jerk Tempeh Wraps With Mango Basil Aioli by Chrysta Hiser is like a vacation in a wrap. Spicy jerked tempeh is wrapped up in crisp lettuce and paired with a tangy mango basil aioli. The wraps by themselves pack some heat but the dressing cools things off and adds a sweet refreshing flavor.

12. Mambazha Puliserry: Sweet and Sour Mango Curry

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Mango season is here and honestly, there is nothing better. Ripe mangoes are sweet, filling, and make you feel like you’re on vacation (even when you’re not). If you have not tried combining the bright flavors of mango with spiciness from chilis, you are missing out on life. This flavor combo in this Mambazha Puliserry: Sweet and Sour Mango Curry by Srividhya Manikandan will bring you to your knees.

13. Sweet Mango Chili Lime Pizza 

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You are going to love this Sweet Mango Chili Lime Pizza by Maria Koutsogiannis. Topped with meaty textured vegetable protein, sweet mango, tomato, and spicy sauce, it’s possibly the most unique pizza you’ll try. Yum!

14. Sriracha Mango Dip

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Any snack enthusiast knows, dips are a make-or-break food. After all, what good is a beautiful spread of veggies and crackers paired with a flavorless dip? Well, you definitely won’t into that problem with this amazing Sriracha Mango Dip by Gunjan Dudani! Packed with fresh mango chunks, spicy Sriracha powder, and maple syrup, this dip is sweet, tangy, zesty, and delicious!

15. Red Quinoa and Mango Salad With Lime Dressing

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This Red Quinoa and Mango Salad With Lime Dressing by Karielyn Tillman is a nice combination of sweet, tangy and a little spicy with lots of healthy protein that makes a very satisfying meal. What I like most about this recipe is that it’s very versatile and you could add, exclude or change any of the ingredients into your favorite combination of flavors. The other thing I like about it, is that most of the ingredients (with the exception of the quinoa and black beans) aren’t cooked and are fresh and raw. You could also made this an even more filling meal by adding it in a tortilla (gluten-free, if needed) and making a wrap with it.

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