Origin: Granada. Mango is the king of tropical fruits. Its tree is the mango tree. It can be yellow, orange, red, or green. Its skin is not edible. If you want a sweet mango, you should consume it ripe, and if, on the contrary, you want it acidic, you will have to consume it green. It has an oval shape, and its pulp is somewhat sticky, and its color can be yellow or orange, depending on its degree of ripeness. Properties and benefits: Although its benefits may vary depending on the ripeness of each mango, it is full of vitamins C, E, and A, and minerals such as iron, potassium, calcium, niacin, among others. Mangoes help with the digestion process thanks to the enzymes they possess and the presence of fiber. Their high vitamin A content can help with eye health. They also have Vitamin B and iron, which helps with the proper functioning of our brain. They contain zinc, a very important mineral for our immune system. Mangoes are good for our skin, thanks to their vitamin A content, as it will help us have more hydrated skin. They are good for people with anemia due to their iron content and vitamin C, which helps absorb iron in the body. They keep bones and muscles in shape, and this is due to their combination of magnesium and potassium. They stimulate defenses thanks to the minerals and antioxidant vitamins they contain. Nutritional value per 100g: Calories: 60 Total fat: 0.4g Cholesterol: 0mg Sodium: 1mg Potassium: 168mg Carbohydrates: 15g Protein: 0.8g Storage and tips: Since mango is a tropical fruit, it should not be refrigerated. Mangoes can withstand room temperature well. They are also suitable for freezing. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: Although mango consumed alone is a true delicacy, it has multiple uses in the kitchen; you can make smoothies, sauces, sweeten desserts and yogurts, prepare exquisite salads and fruit salads, you can also pickle it, use it in ceviches, or even make chutney or jam to accompany meat dishes. To make the Chutney, you just have to put 2 chopped mangoes, a handful of onion, 1 cup of brown sugar, and a teaspoon of ginger, 1 cinnamon stick, 8 peppercorns, and half a tablespoon of salt in a pot. Simmer for approximately 1 hour until it resembles a jam.