A Bowl Of Mango Sunshine
And that's it -- this bowl of sunshine is ready for digging in.
Nice and simple: lime, yogurt and coconut milk, mango, hot pepper (we used a jalapeno, but ChezSuzanne calls for a serrano), mint, and honey.
With the mint chopped, it's time to face the pepper. Lopping off the bottom makes it easier to cut later.
Merrill is a pro -- those matchsticks are all the same size.
And then she turns them 90 degrees to cut a dice. Next!
You don't need too much lime juice, but it makes a world of difference in flavor.
On to the mangoes: a sharp peeler is essential when peeling super-ripe fruit.
Amanda deftly slices the mango down to the seed...
...And then Merrill makes quick work of the cubing itself. Be sure to save some to use as a garnish!
The creamy good stuff -- milk, coconut milk, and yogurt -- goes into the food processor along with the honey.
After tossing in the mint, Amanda measures out the freshly-squeezed lime juice.
Don't forget to add the mango! You might have trouble making mango sunshine without it.
The peppers go in last, along with a big pinch of salt.
Amanda takes her responsibility for pureeing the soup very, very seriously.
A&M say: WHO: ChezSuzanne is a lifelong food lover who teaches cooking classes in San Francisco.
WHAT: A refreshing cold soup that balances fruity and spicy flavors -- perfect for summer.
HOW: If you can push the button on a blender, you can make this soup! The ingredients whizz together in no time.
WHY WE LOVE IT: Sweet, tangy, and creamy, this make-ahead soup is perfect for summer entertaining and lazy, hot afternoons alike.
TheWimpyVegetarian says: I love fruit soups, with strawberry soup and plum soup at the top of my list. I wanted to create something with mangos that wouldn't be a dessert (because we've been eating so many cookies, crisps, and cakes lately), so soup seemed like a natural choice for me.
Serves 4
- 3 ripe mangos
- 1 seven-ounce container of plain, low-fat Greek yogurt (I used Fage)
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- ¼ cup low-fat milk
- 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons lime juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons honey (I used Buckwheat honey)
- 1 teaspoons mint leaves
- 1/2 Serrano pepper, minced
- Slice the mangos in half around the large seed in the middle. Scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Put the flesh in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a blade.
- Add all the rest of the ingredients to the bowl, and whirl the processor like crazy. If you don't have a food processor, I'm sure a blend would work fine too.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving. I found the flavors to be best when chilled overnight.
- Your Best Mangoes Contest Finalist!






8 months ago RJ Flamingo
Hi, Suzanne! One question: Do you have a rough measurement for how much mango actually goes in this recipe? I live in South Florida, where it's not only the height of mango season, but we have so many varieties in various sizes available, it's difficult to guess.
7 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
That's a fair question RJ Flamingo! I'm not sure is the sad answer. I used fairly large mangos, I can tell you that much. I could have sworn I had that discussion with someone on my blog where I posted the recipe, but I can't find it now - so I must have imagined it. I promise to make this again over the next few days and I'll give you a much more precise answer :-)
9 months ago linengirl
This is a really lovely soup, Suzanne. Thank you for giving it to us!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks so much linengirl. It's perfect for the hot days that are upon us, that's for sure :-)
9 months ago icuqt3.14
My mango trees are dripping with fruit and this is definitely going to get me outta bed to get the fruit rather than letting my chickens have em...this looks great and I have all the ingredients ready to go: do you think Tupelo honey would be a good honey to add? Or agave nectar or brown rice syrup or vermont maple?
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
I'm so envious of all those mangos. Tupelo honey would be very nice, as would agave nectar. Hope you like it!!
9 months ago dymnyno
Beautiful recipe, Susan. Mangoes are one of my favorite fruits. (Darn...I'm missing mango season in Maui :) That's a good thing!)
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks Mare! We're actually in Maui right now and am eating mangos everyday. And pineapple and papaya 🌴
9 months ago dymnyno
Mango season is when you have to be very careful about where you park your car!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Oh wow! I get it now!
9 months ago Kukla
Congratulations Susan! Thanks for a wonderful and versatile recipe. I will try to make your soup with ripe apricots (my favorite fruit).
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Apricot soup!! I love it!! I'm crazy for apricots too, and am going to try that as well. What a great idea Kukla! Thanks :-)
9 months ago arielleclementine
congratulations on a truly gorgeous recipe! what a perfect summer soup!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thank you so much arielleclementine! I think all your recipes are gorgeous!!
9 months ago fiveandspice
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Yes, congrats again to you as well! Both recipes for this contest were so beautiful and delicious!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks so much 5&S! Have a wonderful holiday weekend!
9 months ago boulangere
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Congratulations to you! You've given me the perfect something to serve in shot glasses as a barbecue in a couple of weeks.
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Oooohhh! what a terrific idea, b. I love that. And thanks. off to do more errands before we head out of town. Just when I think I'm done, I get home only to remember 2 errands I totally spaced on...:-(
9 months ago lapadia
Congratulations on being the Mangoes Contest finalist, CS!! A wonderful and refreshing bowl of Sunshine it is :)
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Why thank you very much, Linda! I appreciate it :-) The soup is one of my new favorites, and I'm looking so forward to trying B's Cambodian-Style Spring Rolls. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!!
9 months ago BoulderGalinTokyo
Savory Mango, love it! Congrats and thanks for a wonderful recipe.
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks so much BGT! I'm just finishing up another batch for dinner tonight with a salad - it's been a hot day here today :-)
9 months ago TasteFood
Congratulations Susan! This looks like a wonderful summer treat!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks Lynda!! It's very refreshing and healthy, in fact I'm making more tonight after being in the hot central valley all day :)
9 months ago Waverly
Sounds wonderful! Saved.
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks Waverly! I'd love to hear back what you think if you have a chance to make it!
9 months ago Meatballs&Milkshakes
Congratulations! Looks amazingly refreshing!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks M&M!!
9 months ago Kitchen Butterfly
Love the simplicity but also the balance of herbiness and heat. Congratulations
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks so much KB! I really appreciate it - that's exactly the balance I would looking for without muting the mango. Thanks!
9 months ago hardlikearmour
Congratulations! Love the simple elegance you've achieved with this soup!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks HLA!!! And it's sooooo easy :-) Hope you're doing well!
9 months ago PistachioDoughnut
Congrats!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks PistachioDoughnut!!
9 months ago Ms. T
Congrats Chez S! Creative and delicious, as always!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Why thank you Ms. T!! Hope you're enjoying this beautiful weather we're having :-) have a great weekend!
9 months ago Hilarybee
Wonderful Suzanne! Another fabulous mango recipe. I love fruit soups. There is always room for them, in my opinion!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks Hilarybee!! And I agree - I love fruit soups too, obviously. I make plum soup, strawberry soup, and now mango soup :-)
9 months ago Kukla
Congratulations Susan!!! It looks very beautiful and sounds simple, fresh and delicious.
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
Thanks so much Kukla! I really appreciate it!
9 months ago Midge
Congrats CS! This sounds SO delicious and refreshing. I agree with fiveandspice, it is nearly impossible to choose this week. They'd be so great together!
9 months ago TheWimpyVegetarian
What a wonderful idea, Midge! And thanks so much for the congrats. Hope you're doing well - have a great weekend :-)