Kent Mangoes

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Kent Mangoes

Kent Mangoes are one of the best kept secrets of the mango world. They are flavorful and relatively string-free.

Kent Mangoes are one of the best varieties available in the States. Known for their fiber-less meat, they are often misjudged as being green because they don't show as much color as other varieties when ripe.

Selection Information

Usage: Often dead green on the outside, Kent mangoes will show some color when ripe. They are easily one of the most string-free, juicy and thin-seeded mangoes available.

Great as a center piece when the halves are cut in a criss-cross pattern and inverted.

Selection & Storage: Close your eyes and choose Mangoes by their give to gentle pressure not their color. Look for them to be medium to large in size - around 7-10 count per case for Kent's.

Avoid: Avoid Kent Mangoes that over soft or have bruising.

Seasonal Information

The best Kent Mangoes are available around July.

Kent Mango Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 165g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107	Calories from Fat 4
	% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g	1%
Saturated Fat 0g	1%
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28g	9%
Dietary Fiber 3g	12%
Sugars 24g
Protein 1g
Vitamin A 25%	Vitamin C 76%
Calcium 2%	Iron 1%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Source: PMA's Labeling Facts

Mangoes are very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. They're also a good source of Dietary Fiber and Vitamin B6, and a very good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

Organic Availability

There is spotty availability of organic Kents, but they aren't impossible to find.

Juicing

Buy mangoes up at low costs by the case and freeze what you don't eat immediately. Mangoes are perfect for the blender or juicer at a later date.

Kent Mango Tips & Trivia

Kent Mangoes are among the best for using as a presentation because their fiber-less meat that can be easily crafted into exquisite designs.