Deliciously sweet and tangy, this Mango Salsa is made with a flavorful and colorful mix of mangos and fresh veggies. It's a quick and easy healthy homemade appetizer.

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• ❤️ Why You'll Love This Easy Mango Salsa Recipe
• 🛒 Mango Salsa Ingredients
• 🔪 How to Make Mango Salsa
• 💡 Tips for Making Mango Jalapeno Salsa
• ☑️ Storage Instructions
• 🍴 Ways to Serve Mango Salsa Dip
• 🔄 Substitutions and Additions
• Can I Use Frozen Mango?
• How Do I Prevent the Avocado from Turning Brown?
• Can I Just Use Bottled Lime Juice?
• Do the Jalapenos Make this Salsa Spicy?
• 🍽️ More Healthy Appetizer Recipes

❤️ Why You'll Love This Easy Mango Salsa Recipe

• Colorful mix of mangos and fresh veggies
• Great combination of textures
• Fresh and vibrant, tangy flavors
• Quick and easy to make
• Healthy appetizer, perfect for last minute
• Vegan and Dairy-free

With fresh mango, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeño, this salsa has the perfect marriage of flavors. You’ll get a touch of zest, a little sweetness, a subtle hint of heat, and loads of freshness in every bite.

Mango salad is one of those dishes that plays double duty. It makes the ultimate topping for many of your favorite entrees, from grilled chicken to tacos or fish. But it’s also awesome as a stand-alone salsa served with crispy tortilla chips.

While this recipe uses traditional mango salsa for inspiration, the addition of diced avocado and minced jalapeño peppers gives it a delicious and unique twist.

If you have extra mangos left over, put them to good use with this Mango Mousse recipe and this tropical Mango Smoothie Bowl.

🛒 Mango Salsa Ingredients

• Mangos
• Avocado
• Red bell pepper
• Jalapeño pepper
• Red onion
• Cilantro
• Lime juice
• Salt
• Ground black pepper

*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

🥣 Recommended Tools

• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Serving bowl

🔪 How to Make Mango Salsa

Peel and dice your mangoes into small chunks.

Add them to a mixing bowl.

Dice the avocado and your veggies into similar-sized pieces.

Add them to the bowl with the mangoes.

Add in the salt, pepper, chopped cilantro, and lime juice.

Gently mix to combine, then chill in the fridge until you are ready to serve with your favorite chips.

💡 Tips for Making Mango Jalapeno Salsa

• Ripe mangos: Choose ripe but firm mangoes for the best flavor and texture. They should slightly yield when you press on them gently. Use the same tip for picking avocados as well.

• Dicing: Aim for dicing mangoes, avocados, and other vegetables in similar sizes. It not only looks better, but it also ensures the salsa has a consistent texture.

• Dealing with jalapeños: When handling jalapeños, use latex or other plastic gloves if possible. This prevents the oil from transferring to your skin.

• Let it marinate: For best results, allow the salsa to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving. This enhances the flavors as they sit.

• Lime zest: Consider adding a bit of lime zest for an extra burst of citrusy flavor.

☑️ Storage Instructions

Store the mango salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days. Keep in mind that the longer it sits, the softer the ingredients get.

Due to the water content in mangoes, freezing can alter their texture when thawed. But it can be safely frozen for up to 2 months in freezer-safe containers. When ready to serve, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and give it a good stir.

🍴 Ways to Serve Mango Salsa Dip

• Mango salsa for fish: Top your favorite fish recipe with this salsa. The sweet and tangy flavors complement the savory, grilled taste perfectly. I love it with this crispy Air Fryer Cod.

• Mango salsa for tacos: Spoon mango salsa onto your favorite tacos with these homemade tortillas, whether they're filled with grilled chicken, fish, or beef.

• Served as a dip: Of course it is awesome with chips or crackers. If you want to make homemade versions, try these Tortilla Chips or these Everything Crackers.

• As a bruschetta topping: Spoon some of your mango salsa onto toasted baguette slices for a flavorful topping.

• Mango salsa for ceviche: Add tons more flavor to this Shrimp Ceviche by topping it with this mango salsa.

• Sweet and savory dessert: Serve mango salsa with some cinnamon-sugar tortilla chips or over homemade coconut ice cream for a sweet and fruity dessert.

• Green salads: This salsa is awesome mixed in with fresh salad greens.

This mango salsa would be great served on the side of these vegan taquitos made with a savory chickpea filling in just 10 minutes! Or alongside these tofu fajitas, that are also Vegan and easy to make.

🔄 Substitutions and Additions

• Pineapple mango salsa: Add diced fresh pineapple to turn this easy recipe into pineapple & mango salsa. The flavors are so good!

• Fresh mint: You can swap the cilantro for fresh mint if you prefer.

• Tomatoes: Include cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved, to bring just a small burst of acidity to the sweet salsa mix.  

• Feta: Crumble some feta cheese into the salsa for a touch of creaminess and saltiness that contrasts with the fruity flavors.

• Pomegranate seeds: Toss in some pomegranate seeds. They add color and an extra-tangy flavor.  

• Serrano peppers: If you want to add a stronger kick of heat, you can swap the jalapeños for minced serrano peppers. 

• Honey: If you want extra juice, try drizzling some honey over the top. It will mix with the mango juices and give you plenty of juice to serve over salads, ice cream, etc.

Can I Use Frozen Mango?

While fresh mangoes provide the best texture and flavor, you can use thawed frozen mango chunks, diced into smaller pieces, if fresh ones are not available. Just make sure to drain any excess liquid

How Do I Prevent the Avocado from Turning Brown?

You should not have to worry about that with this recipe because it contains a good amount of lime juice. Just make sure that the avocado is tossed well with the juice.

Can I Just Use Bottled Lime Juice?

While fresh lime juice is recommended for the best flavor, you can also use bottled lime juice. I really recommend fresh lime juice, if at all possible.

Do the Jalapenos Make this Salsa Spicy?

I typically remove the seeds and membrane, which removes most of the heat. If you like that extra kick, you can add them.

🍽️ More Healthy Appetizer Recipes

• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Whipped Feta Dip
• Easy Bruschetta
• Burrata Caprese
• Cowboy Caviar
• Smoked Salmon and Goat Cheese Crostini