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Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Fruit Salad in Mango Sauce




Agni Nakshatram or Kathri is a period of about 25 days, during the month of May, when the temperatures are supposed to rise and be at the peak. This year it started on May 4 and ends on May 28th 2012. There are slight variations in the dates every year.

But keeping aside the high temperatures and the sweltering heat, summer also brings with it the season of Mangoes – the King of Fruits. These fruits can be enjoyed in any form – be it raw or ripe. This versatile fruit can be eaten as is or can be used to put together a variety of preparations. Anything from gravies, pickles, juices, milkshakes, smoothies, ice creams, and even cakes can be dished out of these delicious fruits.

Ours is a mango loving family. Once these fruits start making their appearance in the markets, our pantry would definitely have stock of them until the season ends. So selecting a recipe for Blog Hop from Sumedha’s space was not difficult. Chopped fruits in a Mango sauce – this immediately caught my attention. This light yet filling dessert turned out to be very yummy and was liked by all in the family.




Serves – 4 to 5
What you’ll need
  1. Mango Pulp – 4 cups
  2. Fresh Cream – ¾ cup
  3. Green Cardamom – 5
  4. Sugar – 4 to 5 tsp (Optional)
  5. Mixed Fruits – 3 cups (I used apples, pomegranate, banana, grapes)
  6. Dry Fruits – ½ cup (Dates, Raisins, Roasted Cashew nuts, Almonds)

Method
  1. Combine mango pulp, fresh cream, green cardamom and sugar in a blender until well blended.
  2. Chill this mango sauce until use.
  3. Chop all the fruits into small pieces and chill separately.
  4. In a flat dish, add the mixed fruits and dry fruits top with the mango sauce.
  5. Garnish with some fruits and nuts as per your wish. Serve Chilled.



Note:
  1. To make Mango Pulp, cut up ripe fresh mangoes and blend in a mixer.
  2. If the mango pulp is naturally sweet then skip the sugar.
  3. Feel free to use your choice of fruits and nuts.

 Linking this to Blog Hop Wednesdays
Also linking to Let's Cook - Fruits
Mango Mania99
Show Me Your HITS - Iron Rich Foods hosted by Julie
Bon Viviant - Fruit Recipes
Cooking made easy - Mango

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30 comments:

  1. RevaMay 8, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    Lovely salad... I love the use of mango sauce as the base..:)
    Delicious..
    Reva

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  2. Priya SureshMay 8, 2012 at 11:25 PM

    Omg, ur picture itself speaks a lot, wat a delicious salad, i wont mind having anytime of the day.

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  3. chef and her kitchenMay 9, 2012 at 12:30 AM

    This one is really a treat..looks delicious n yumm

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  4. anjanaMay 9, 2012 at 1:36 AM

    delicious and so refreshing fruit salad..very tempting too.

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  5. ShobhaMay 9, 2012 at 2:26 AM

    Nice and cool for summer.

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  6. Jeyashris KitchenMay 9, 2012 at 3:33 AM

    I love this fruit cream and love the mango sauce in this

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  7. schmetterlingwordsMay 9, 2012 at 4:04 AM

    Lovely fruit salad!! The use of Mango sauce is very different and the salad looks very appealing!! :)

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  8. HemaMay 9, 2012 at 4:51 AM

    Very inviting, I've had this with mango pulp, but this looks even more delicious..

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  9. cookbookjaleelaMay 9, 2012 at 5:13 AM

    very colourful

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  10. RoshniMay 9, 2012 at 5:19 AM

    oooh... love it love love love it... mango is my fav fruit..this is so good

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  11. SwethaMay 9, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    Easy, delicious and healthy. Looks lovely.

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  12. hotpotcookingMay 9, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    healthy and yum salad

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  13. Spice up the CurryMay 9, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    wow looks so fantastic. I am feeling hungry now

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  14. RadhikaMay 9, 2012 at 7:48 AM

    Wow, this looks so delish and so perfect for the weather.

    Tickling Palates
    Event : Fruit Recipes

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  15. UnknownMay 9, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    Love the mango sauce recipe.

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  16. SonaMay 9, 2012 at 9:10 AM

    mango is my favorite fruit and fruits in mango sauce - wow - super delicious..

    Spill the Spices

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  17. SumeeMay 9, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    We love this at home.. Always a hit at parties.. Thnx for blog hopping my space.. Also invite you to link this up for my ongoing event.

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  18. Nalini's KitchenMay 9, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    Delicious and healthy fruit salad,my family's favorite..love to have it any time of the day...

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  19. JulieMay 9, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Yummy n colorful mango dessert..loving the colors!
    Join me in the ONGOING EVENTS-"Ginger & Pepper Corns/powder(EP Series-May) ,
    Show me Your HITS 'Iron Rich Foods'
    ERIVUM PULIYUM

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  20. SravsMay 9, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    Super delicious and delightful dessert !! lovely one !!

    Ongoing event
    CC:Mom's Recipe

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  21. Sensible VegetarianMay 9, 2012 at 8:05 PM

    Lovely one Kaveri, yearning for some Sun and warmth and this bowl now.

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  22. Fairy GardenMay 9, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Lovely dear, same pinch because ours is also a mango fruit loving family. And now I have your recipe to be made sometime.

    Visit my recipe Banana Lassi - BHW17.

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  23. Hari Chandana PMay 9, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    Very healthy and delicious recipe. looks awesome !!
    Indian Cuisine

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  24. Sobha ShyamMay 9, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    wow, sure a treat to eyes n tastebuds Kaveri..looks absolutely yum..i am trying this out for sure :)

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  25. JayanthiMay 9, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    Love Mangos ...such a healthy desert. I'm all ready with a bowl and spoon.

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  26. JulieMay 10, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    Thanx for linking it to the event!

    Join me in the ONGOING EVENTS-"Ginger OR Pepper Corns/powder(EP Series-May) ,
    Show me Your HITS 'Iron Rich Foods'
    ERIVUM PULIYUM

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  27. MyvegfareMay 10, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    OMG!!, That's very delicious, just to think of all those fruits and nuts, that would be my bowl.., what a treat to the eyes and warmth to the mind.., Yummy yumm....

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  28. VidhyaMay 10, 2012 at 3:52 PM

    Fruit salads are my absolute favorite and if there is mango in ask no more.Delicious dessert.

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  29. ShylajaMay 13, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Perfect for summer. Looks super delicious. Nice clicks...

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  30. Anjali Bapna ShuklaMay 24, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    What lovely clicks!! I fell in love with those pomegranate pearls on top. :)
    Thanks for linking, dear. :)

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