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Fresh, sweet and just the right amount of spicy, this mango salsa is a vibrant recipe perfect for warm weather and casual meals. It combines juicy mango, crisp bell pepper, zesty lime and a hint of heat from red pepper for a balanced blend of flavors. Whether served with grilled meats, tacos or scooped with chips, this salsa is always a hit. It’s quick to make, full of bold color and a great way to use fresh seasonal ingredients.
This mango salsa is fresh, fruity and spicy with mango, lime and red pepper. Serve it with your favorite chips, fish or chicken tacos or grilled dishes for a flavorful pop.
Mango lovers might also enjoy this easy mango mousse, mango smoothie with banana or mango rum slushies!
Why You’ll Love It
Fresh ingredients: Juicy mango, crunchy veggies and herbs bring brightness to every bite.
Quick prep: Just chop, mix and let it sit for a few minutes.
Versatile: Pairs well with tacos, chicken, fish or chips.
Balanced flavor: Sweet, sour, spicy and savory all in one.
Perfect for summer: Light, colorful and packed with bold taste.
Mango Salsa Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Mango: Adds natural sweetness and juicy texture. Use ripe mangoes for this Mexican fruit salsa. Ripe ones will be perfectly juicy and sweet. Unripe ones will be bland and stringy.
Green bell pepper: Crunchy and mild for added bite.
Red onion: Sharp flavor that balances the sweet and spicy.
Red pepper: Brings mild to medium heat and extra color.
Fresh herbs: Cilantro adds brightness and a touch of citrus flavor.
Lime juice: Adds acidity to balance sweetness and enhance all the flavors.
Honey: A hint of sweetness to round out the salsa.
How to Make Mango Salsa
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Prep the produce: Peel and dice mango, onion and bell peppers.
Slice the pepper: De-seed and cut red pepper into rings.
Mix it all: Combine produce with lime juice, honey and cilantro.
Season and rest: Add salt and pepper, then let sit for the flavors to meld.
Substitutions and Variations
Use another fruit: Replace mango with pineapple for a tropical variation. Peach would also be good.
Make it spicier: Add jalapeño or serrano to this summer salsa recipe for more heat.
Swap the honey: Use agave syrup or maple syrup, or omit completely for a no-sugar version.
Change the herbs: Use parsley or mint if cilantro isn’t your thing.
Serving Suggestions
With Mexican food: Enjoy it with chicken taco lettuce wraps or add it to your 5-layer taco dip. You could pair it with shrimp ceviche.
With other recipes: Serve mango salsa with a pecan butter board or charcuterie board to add fruity, spicy flavors. It’s also good with roasted chicken, steamed or grilled fish or with rosemary crackers and cheese.
As a sauce: Puree it and enjoy as a sauce with fish or chicken.
How to Store Mango Salsa
Store: Keep the mango salsa refrigerated in a covered container and use within 3 days. It tastes best freshly made though.
Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing the salsa because the texture wouldn’t be good after thawing.
Top Tips
Use ripe mango: A soft, fragrant mango gives the best flavor and texture.
Chop evenly: Small, uniform pieces make the salsa easy to eat and scoop.
Let it rest: A short rest time helps all the flavors come together.
Perfectly spiced: If you aren’t sure how much chili to add, add half a chili pepper at a time. It’s easy enough to add more.
In a rush? You can quickly chop the ingredients roughly in a food processor instead of dicing them.
Fresh Mango Salsa FAQs
There’s only one way to test your mango for ripeness and that’s to give it a squeeze. If it’s rock hard, it’s not ripe and won’t be good in this recipe. If it has a moderate amount of “give” then it’s ripe and will be perfect.
If you have fruit left over after making this summer salsa recipe with mangoes, there are plenty of uses for them. Add mangoes to your breakfast cereal, make a fruit salad or enjoy them with vanilla ice cream. You can add chopped mango to salads and desserts or even enjoy it by itself for a sweet treat.
Easy Chunky Mango Salsa Recipe
Mango Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 mango, fresh
- 1 bell pepper, green
- 1/2 red onion, small
- 1 red chili pepper, medium hot
- 2 Tablespoons cilantro, freshly chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 Teaspoon honey
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Peel and clean the onion, mango, bell peppers and cut into small cubes.
- De-seed the red peppers and cut into small rings.
- Mix together with the cilantro, lime juice and honey and add salt and pepper to taste if needed.
- Let the mango salsa rest for a couple of minutes so the flavors come together and meld. Keep refrigerated until serving.
Notes
Chop evenly: Small, uniform pieces make the salsa easy to eat and scoop.
Let it rest: A short rest time helps all the flavors come together.
Perfectly spiced: If you aren’t sure how much chili to add, add half a chili pepper at a time. It’s easy enough to add more.
In a rush? You can quickly chop the ingredients roughly in a food processor instead of dicing them.
Nutrition
Mango salsa is a must-have recipe for summer gatherings, taco nights or quick appetizers. With simple ingredients like mango, lime, onion and cilantro, it’s both easy to prepare and packed with flavor. The balance of sweet, spicy and tangy makes it a favorite for pairing with everything from grilled meats to seafood or tortilla chips. Once you try this fresh and vibrant mango fruit salsa, you’ll find yourself making it again and again.
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Bella Bucchiotti
Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
My family loved this recipe so much!! I’ll make this again soon! 🙂
I love the burst of freshness it adds to any meal. Love this recipe!!
I love tropical flavors, especially mango. This salsa is my new favorite!
I love mangos. I will have to try this dip