My easy mango salsa recipe has the perfect combination of sweet and spicy for a delicious salsa. Enjoy this with your favorite Mexican dish or seafood. It’s also perfect for serving with tortilla chips as a snack.
We love mango salsa and this new recipe is super easy. Anyone can make this mango salsa recipe in minutes. It is one of our favorite summer recipes and Mexican side dishes.
Mango salsa goes so well with fish and pork and even topped on these grilled shrimp tacos. It is also delicious served with grilled tilapia, pork tenderloin and as a taco salad dish.
I can also just eat it alone with a bowl of tortilla chips. It’s really yummy and so light and fresh. You are going to love it. The combination of ingredients gives this dish the best flavor. Yum!
Why We Love This Recipe
This recipe is very versatile, feel free to make it your own and adapt the recipe to what you have on hand. It is so much better than store bought salsa and can be ready in minutes. Skip the grocery store salsa and make this at home.
From fish tacos to grilled salmon, this sweet spicy mango salsa will be a hit! It is also so good with this Taco Rice Bowl Recipe. This salsa is a must try! You will love the hint of sweetness of the mango.
Ingredients
- Mangoes – Use ripe mangoes and dice them finely.
- Red Onion – Adds a sharp, slightly sweet flavor.
- Red Bell Pepper – Adds crunch and color to the salsa.
- Jalapeno – Remove the seeds for less heat.
- Cilantro – Adds fresh flavor.
- Lime Juice – Brightens the salsa and balances the sweetness.
- Ground Cumin – Optional addition, but adds a warm, earthy flavor.
- Salt and Pepper – Season to taste.
How to Cut a Mango
- Slice down each side of the mango pit to remove the flesh of the pit.
- Score the flesh in a grid without cutting through the skin.
- Scoop or slice the mango cubes away from the skin.
- Trim any remaining fruit from around the pit and dice.
How to Make Mango Salsa
Step 1 РChop and add mangoes, red onions, pepper, jalape̱o pepper and cilantro to large bowl.
Step 2 – Stir to combine the ingredients for the fresh mango salsa recipe
Step 3 – Next, juice lime and pour over salsa. Season with salt, pepper and ground cumin if using. Stir to combine.
Step 4 – Cover and place in refrigerator at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve with tortilla chips and fresh lime juice. Store leftovers (if you have any) in the refrigerator up to 2 days.
Best Mangoes for Mango Salsa
Choose ripe mangoes that give slightly when gently squeezed and smell sweet near the stem. Ataulfo or Champagne mangoes are especially sweet and creamy, but any ripe mango will work. If your mangoes are firm, let them sit at room temperature for a few days before making the salsa.
Expert Tips
- Prepare Vegetables – This recipe like many calls for diced onions and bell peppers. Another time saving tip is to use a small food chopper or food processor to quickly and easily chop the onions and peppers. You can also chop with a sharp knife on a cutting board.
- Dice Ingredients – For best results and for easy serving, chop the fruit and vegetables into bite size pieces.
- Mangos – We like to peel the flesh from the mangos and remove the pit before dicing for best results.
Variations Ideas
- Pineapple РSometimes, we like to add fresh pineapple to this recipe. It goes so well with the other ingredients and adds even more flavor. It adds a bit of sweetness and pairs nicely with the jalape̱o and mango.
- Add Avocado – Dice an avocado and add to your salsa for a new twist. It is very good and is perfect for snacking. You can also top chicken, fish or tacos with it for great flavor.
- Peaches – Peaches can be substituted for the ripe mangos.
- Black Beans – Add black beans to the salsa for a heartier salsa recipe.
- Bell Peppers – Red peppers are great but try using yellow or green bell peppers as well. Sometimes, I use all 3 and it looks so pretty with the onion cilantro mixture.
- Onions – We use red onion but any type you have on hand will be delicious.
- Tomatoes – Tomatoes are a great addition to this salsa. You can easily dice Roma Tomatoes and add for amazing flavor.
- Make it milder РRemove the jalape̱o seeds and membranes, or leave out the jalape̱o and use extra bell pepper instead.
Serving Suggestions
This delicious salsa is amazing with so many different recipes. Some of our favorites include:
- Grilled Tilapia
- Taco Rice Bowl Recipe
- Tender Baked Pork Tenderloin
- Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
- Grilled Chicken Kabob
As you can see, this fresh mango salsa goes with so many meals. We also enjoy it for snacking. It is so flavorful and delicious with tortilla chips and a side of guacamole in a medium bowl.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerator
- Store the leftovers in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap in the serving dish. We recommend serving within 2 days after making it.
Make-Ahead
- This salsa is best to be served within 2 days of making it. For the freshest ingredients, we recommend making the same day you are serving it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mango Salsa is made with fresh ingredients. Mango, fresh cilantro, peppers and onions combined make the perfect salsa to serve with tortilla chips or on grilled chicken.
It is best served with grilled fish, chicken, or pork. The sweetness balances the spicy and savory flavors.
Yes, you can leave out the jalapeño to make it less spicy. We recommend adding more bell peppers for added crunch.
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Mango Salsa Recipe
Ingredients
- 2-3 large about 2 ½ cups mangoes, finely diced
- ¼ cup red onions finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper finely diced – about 2/3 cup
- 1 Jalapeno about 2 tablespoons, seeds removed and minced
- ¼ cup cilantro leaves finely chopped
- Juice from 1 large lime about 2 tablespoons
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Add finely diced mangoes, finely diced red onion, finely diced red bell pepper, minced jalapeño (about 2 tablespoons with seeds removed), and finely chopped cilantro to a large mixing bowl.
- Stir to combine
- Squeeze the juice from large lime (about 2 tablespoons) over the mixture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and add ground cumin, if using.
- Stir to combine
- Cover and place in refrigerator at least 15 minutes before serving
- Serve with tortilla chips and lime wedges
- Store leftovers in refrigerator up to 2 days
Oh my WOW! I made this mango salsa last weekend and it was a HIT! I put it all in my food processor, so it wasn’t pretty and chopped, but it still was incredible! Thank you Carrie for all of these amazing recipes!
Awesome! Thanks for sharing. I’m so glad that it was hit!
Sooo tasty, especially on a hot summer afternoon! Followed directions as written, except I didn’t remove jalapeno seeds. I like spicy! Let it sit in fridge for a few hours; the flavor is really amped up. Served with homemade baked tortilla chips. Will definitely make again!