Here in California, it’s officially mango season! California-grown Keitt (pronounced keet) mangos are large, tangy sweet fruits with a hint of honey flavor. Their thin seed allows extra room for the firm, fiber-free, smooth and juicy flesh.

These mangos are dark to medium green even when ripe, sometimes with a faint yellow or pink blush. Since the color doesn’t change according to ripeness, the best way to check is by touch—if the skin gives slightly when touched, it’s probably ready to eat!

So how do you eat Keitt mangos? Whether plain, in a salad, on yogurt or blended into a smoothie, you can’t go wrong eating them raw. These mangos also set off savory dishes very well and hold up in many baking recipes.

The regular season for Keitt mangos is late summer to early fall, so look for these fantastic fruits in store August through September.

Want to make the most of your mango? Check out this handy How To Cut a Mango video!