easy mango Salsa
It’s officially summer in South Florida! Thankfully, those rising temps bless us with an abundance of mangos. If you’re anything like me and are needing a dish to eat up the dozens of mangos falling from the sky daily, this tangy salsa recipe is perfect for you. Irresistibly sweet mangos paired with a little heat from jalapenos and some zesty citrus, the dish pairs well with grill season and stores well in the fridge for 3-4 days. Only 7 (versatile) ingredients and comes together in less than 15 minutes!
TIP: Make sure your mangos aren’t too ripe. Otherwise, they may become mushy when stirred.
ingredients
2 medium mangos, diced
1/2 large red bell pepper, diced
1/4 large red onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno, deseeded and diced
1 large clove of garlic, minced
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
Zest & juice from 1 small lemon (or lime)
Salt & pepper to taste
Serves 6 as side dish
VARIATIONS
I love the versatility of this recipe! Super easy to swap ingredients based on preference or availability.
Eliminate jalapeno if you aren’t a fan of spice.
Swap yellow or orange bell pepper for red.
Eliminate red onion if you’re sensitive (or use finely chopped scallions for a similar but less intense flavor).
Substitute parsley (mild flavor) or basil (sweeter flavor) instead of cilantro.
Add avocado for a creamy texture!
directions
In a medium bowl, combine mango, red bell pepper, red onion, jalepeno, garlic and cilantro.
Add the zest and juice of 1 lemon (or lime) into the bowl. Be mindful to zest only the colored skin, not going further than the white inner pith.
Mix ingredients gently & serve chilled. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days.
ways to serve
We enjoyed this recipe with grilled chicken, coconut white rice, and a homemade cabbage coleslaw! This dish would do well as an appetizer with tortilla chips or spooned over crostinis or dished over grilled meat & seafood. The sweetness of the mangos pairs excellently with smoky grill flavors. Could also do well as a topping for tacos such as fish, shrimp, or shredded beef. Let us know if you try!