As the countdown to 2025 begins, you should be adding a splash of tropical flavour to your New Year’s Eve festivities with sweet and juicy local mangoes!
There is no other fruit that quite epitomises summer as the mango does. Its exotic colours, fragrance and distinctive, sweet flavour is what makes it so popular with adults and kids alike. They’re also incredibly versatile, easily switching from sweet to savoury dishes and look oh-so-good on any summer spread, whether sliced, diced or all dressed-up.
This season we’re maximising the mango’s sultry sweetness and pairing it with butterbeans to create a Butterbean Hummus and Mango Swirl Dip Platter, which is ideal for fuss-free entertaining on New Year’s Eve. This delectable twist on a classic dip will have your guests shouting “Mmmmm . . . mangoes!” instead of “Happy New Year!”.
This yummy mango dip will not only satisfy the taste buds, but also add a festive flair to your party spread. It’s an easy, healthy choice that encourages everyone to snack mindfully while celebrating the New Year.
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. As if we needed any more reasons to indulge in these tropical treats!
For more Mmmmm . . . mango recipes visit www.mango.co.za, like us on FacebookButterbean Hummus and Mango Swirl Dip Platter
Serves 6-8 as a snackIngredients:FOR THE BUTTERBEAN HUMMUS. 2 x 400 g tins butterbeans, drained2 garlic cloves, crushed60 ml (¼ cup) lemon juice125 ml (½ cup) olive oil10 ml (2 tsp) ground cuminSalt and pepper
FOR THE MANGO SWIRL½ mango, peeled and diced30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice15 ml (1 tbsp) olive oilFOR THE TOPPING½ mango, peeled and cut into small cubes½ small red onion, thinly sliced|Small handful coriander, choppedZest and juice of 1 lime1 jalapeno, thinly sliced30 ml (2 tbsp) feta, crumbledPaprika or cayenne pepper for dustingCrackers and crudités to serveMethod:
1. For the hummus, blend all the ingredients together using a stick blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Spread out onto a platter.
2. For the mango swirl, blend all the ingredients together using a stick blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Swirl through the hummus.
3. For the topping, combine the mango, onion, coriander, lime and jalapeno. Season with salt and pepper. Scatter over the dip with the feta. Dust with paprika or cayenne. Serve with crackers and crudités.
