Mango Season

An annual treat

green mangoes you can't beat,

chili powder and salt

with the skin and all.

Wash and slice

seed inside is white

remove it and dip it

the green mango treat.

Crunchy and tart

a savory snack,

happy is my heart

and that's a wrap.

The spicier the better

but each to his own,

some even add sugar

their cover is blown.

The dip can be dry

but some like it wet,

a squeeze of lemon

does the trick.

Mango trees common

in backyards all over,

some are so tall

you might need a ladder.

They never go to waste,

but if they do

pickle green mangoes

just in case.