Mango Salsa Recipe
One of the best things about mango salsa is how easy it is to make. You don’t need any fancy kitchen gadgets or cooking experience. Just a cutting board, a good knife, and a few minutes of your time.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp Knife
- Citrus Juicer
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1/2 small red onion finely chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper diced
- 1 jalapeño seeded and minced (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Mangoes
- Peel the mangoes using a vegetable peeler or carefully with a knife.
- Slice the mango flesh off both sides of the pit, then trim the remaining flesh around the sides.
- Dice the mango into small, bite-sized cubes—about ¼-inch pieces.
- Pro Tip: If your mango is really ripe and slippery, use a paper towel to grip it better while cutting.
Step 2: Chop the Vegetables
- Finely dice the red onion and red bell pepper into similar-sized pieces for even texture.
- Mince the jalapeño finely. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds and white membrane.
- Pro Tip: After handling jalapeño, wash your hands thoroughly—or wear gloves to avoid any accidental spice-to-eye moments.
Step 3: Juice the Lime
- Roll the lime on the counter to release more juice.
- Slice it in half and squeeze it using a citrus juicer or by hand over a small bowl.
- Remove any seeds before adding the juice to your salsa.
Step 4: Combine All Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- Pour the lime juice over the top.
- Sprinkle in a pinch of salt—start with 1/4 teaspoon, then adjust to taste.
- Gently toss everything together using a spoon or spatula.
- Pro Tip: Don’t overmix! You want the mango pieces to stay intact and not get mushy.
Step 5: Chill and Serve
- Let the salsa sit for at least 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed—more lime juice for tang, more salt to enhance flavor, or extra jalapeño for heat.
- Serve chilled with chips, grilled meat, fish tacos, or enjoy it straight from the bowl!
Notes
Nutritional Value (per serving)
- Calories: 50–60 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Sugars: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Fat: 0g (unless avocado is added)
- Vitamin C: ~30% DV
- Vitamin A: ~8% DV
- Sodium: ~100mg