Description
This easy mango salsa recipe combines ripe mangoes, red onion, jalapeño, fresh cilantro, and lime juice to create a vibrant, fresh salsa perfect for summer gatherings or as a flavorful topping for grilled dishes. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a bright and zesty snack that balances sweetness, spice, and tang.
Ingredients
Scale
Fresh Produce
- 2 ripe mangoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all the fresh produce and seasonings to ensure an efficient preparation process.
- Prepare Mangoes: Peel the mangoes carefully and dice them into small, bite-sized pieces, placing them in a mixing bowl.
- Chop Onion: Finely chop the small red onion and add it to the bowl with the diced mangoes for a sharp, crisp texture.
- Prepare Jalapeño: Seed the jalapeño pepper to moderate the heat, then mince it finely and add to the mixture, adjusting to your preferred spice level.
- Add Cilantro: Chop the fresh cilantro leaves finely and mix them into the mango, onion, and jalapeño blend to add a refreshing herbal note.
- Add Lime and Salt: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salsa and sprinkle the salt evenly, then gently stir all the ingredients to combine flavors well.
- Chill Before Serving: Let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity based on preferred spice tolerance.
- For a milder salsa, remove seeds and membranes from jalapeño completely.
- Serve with tortilla chips, grilled chicken, or fish for a tasty complement.
- Store leftover salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For extra zest, add a small drizzle of honey if mangoes are not very sweet.
