Dole Mangoes: Always in Season, Always Delicious and Nutritious!

Hailing from Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Brazil, Dole offers fresh mangoes all year long. From the sweet Ataulfo to the tangy Keitt, we have a mango for every taste and recipe. Fresh, flavorful, and picked at peak perfection, Dole mangoes are sure to transport you to tropical paradise any time of year.

How to Tell if a Mango is Ripe

Mangoes are a multisensorial experience, and you can’t judge them by color alone! To pick the perfect mango:

Give it a gentle squeeze. A ripe mango should have a slight give, similar to a ripe peach.
Smell the stem: A ripe mango will have sweet, fruity aroma.
Check the shape: Look for plump and smooth textures, anything flat or shriveled won’t be the taste of sunshine you expect.

Ripe and ready? Chop up the mango and store it in the fridge to enjoy its freshness a couple of days longer.

Not ripe yet? Leave it on your counter at room temperature for a couple of days to get the full tropical flavor.

Mangoes 101

Not all mangoes are the same, so their different flavors are sure to inspire your inner chef. To make the most out of your mango, check out the different varieties below!

Ataulfo

Season: March to July
Aroma: Tropical fruit with hints of peach
Flavor: Ultra sweet, creamy, and smooth
Look: Small, vibrant yellow. Skin wrinkles when Ripe.
In the kitchen: Decadent taste by itself, in smoothies drinks, and desserts

Tommy Atkins

Season: March to July
Aroma: Tropical fruit with hints of citrus
Flavor: Balanced. Tart and sweet.
Look: Bright red, with orange, yellow, and green accents. Firm skin. Gently squeeze to confirm ripeness.
In the kitchen: Balanced taste = versatility. Use it in sweet and savory dishes alike

Kent

Season: January to December
Aroma: Tropical fruit with hints of peach
Flavor: Sweet and Sour
Look: Dark green color with blushes of red. Yellow undertones cover the mango as it ripens. Squeeze gently to judge ripeness.
In the kitchen: Add brightness to your veggie-forward and fruit salads, smoothies and salsas.

Keitt

Season: March, April, August, September
Aroma: Tropical, high citrus notes
Flavor: Sweet, juicy, fruity
Look: Dark to medium green with hints of pink. Stays green when ripe – squeeze gently to confirm ripeness.
In the kitchen: Perfect for sorbets, salsas, jams, and a sweet addition to savory dishes!

Haden

Season: March, April, May
Aroma: Tropical aroma, with high notes of peach
Flavor: Sweet and sour, slightly bitter.
Look: Bright red with yellow and green overtones. Green areas turn to yellow as it ripens.
In the kitchen: Great for drinks, baking, and on its own.