Mango and Cayenne Paletas

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Mango and Cayenne Paletas
385 min.
6
206kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with our Mango and Cayenne Paletas! These delightful frozen treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a refreshing escape from the heat. Imagine biting into a creamy, fruity popsicle that bursts with the sweetness of ripe mangoes, perfectly balanced by a hint of zesty lime and a surprising kick of cayenne pepper. This unique combination will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Perfect for those hot days when you need a cool snack, these paletas are a fantastic way to enjoy the natural sweetness of mangoes while keeping things light and healthy. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious dessert that is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Each serving is only 206 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt!

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, looking for a fun activity to do with the kids, or simply want to treat yourself, these Mango and Cayenne Paletas are sure to impress. The process is easy and rewarding, and the end result is a colorful, refreshing treat that will have everyone asking for seconds. So grab your blender and pop molds, and get ready to enjoy a taste of tropical paradise!

Ingredients

  • pinches ground pepper as needed plus more
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar as needed plus more
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime freshly squeezed (from 2 medium limes)
  • 3.5 pounds mangos ripe
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt fine

Equipment

  • bowl
  • blender

Directions

  1. Peel and cut 1 mango into medium dice; set aside. Peel and cut the remaining 3 mangoes into large chunks and place in a blender.
  2. Add the measured sugar, lime juice, cayenne, and salt to the blender and process until smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Taste and blend in additional cayenne 1 pinch at a time, and additional sugar 1 teaspoon at a time, as needed.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl and stir in the diced mango. Divide the mixture among the pop molds and freeze until solid, at least 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories206kcal
Protein4.01%
Fat4.5%
Carbs91.49%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.64
Glycemic Load
26.15
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
14.646956547447%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg
Delphinidin
0.05mg
Pelargonidin
0.05mg
Catechin
4.55mg
Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.9mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.65kcal
10.28%
Fat:1.13g
1.75%
Saturated Fat:0.26g
1.63%
Carbohydrates:51.89g
17.3%
Net Carbohydrates:47.48g
17.26%
Sugar:47.56g
52.85%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:51.56mg
2.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.27g
4.54%
Vitamin C:99.72mg
120.87%
Vitamin A:3076.02IU
61.52%
Folate:115.31µg
28.83%
Fiber:4.41g
17.64%
Vitamin E:2.55mg
17.02%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.55%
Copper:0.3mg
14.96%
Potassium:466.62mg
13.33%
Vitamin K:11.57µg
11.02%
Vitamin B3:1.83mg
9.14%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.95%
Magnesium:28.03mg
7.01%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.4%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.34%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.22%
Phosphorus:39.92mg
3.99%
Calcium:31.4mg
3.14%
Iron:0.48mg
2.65%
Selenium:1.71µg
2.44%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.73%
Source:Chow