Type |
Fresh Mangoes |
Variety |
Alphonso, Kent, Tommy Atkins, etc. |
Size |
Small, medium, large |
Color |
Yellow, orange, red |
Shape |
Oval, round |
Texture |
Smooth, firm, slightly soft when ripe |
Taste |
Sweet, tangy |
Aroma |
Fragrant, tropical scent |
Ripeness |
Ripe, semi-ripe, unripe |
Packaging |
Bulk crates, cardboard boxes, individual packs |
Shelf Life |
Typically 3-7 days at room temperature |
Storage |
Store at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate |
Origin |
Various countries such as India, Mexico, Peru |
Harvesting Method |
Hand-picked |
Season |
Typically harvested in summer |
Nutritional Value |
High in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, fiber |
Common Uses |
Fresh consumption, smoothies, salads, desserts |