Mango Salsa
A fresh, vibrant mango salsa combining sweet mangoes, spicy jalapeño, tangy lime, and crisp vegetables. Perfect as a dip, topping, or side for a wide variety of dishes.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- mixing bowl
- measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 0.5 small red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, minced (seeded optional)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (about juice of 1 lime)
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- Chop ripe mangoes into small, even cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the red bell pepper and onion into pieces similar in size to the mango cubes.
- Mince the jalapeño finely, keeping or removing seeds depending on desired heat.
- Add mango, bell pepper, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro to the mixing bowl.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and stir until combined.
- Season with salt to taste, stir again, and let rest 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve as a dip, topping, or side dish.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh within 48 hours. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing for optimal texture. Customize with avocado, black beans, corn, or other fruits for unique variations.