Mango Habanero Salsa
Mango Habanero Salsa is a vibrant, quick-to-make condiment that perfectly balances the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the fiery heat of habanero peppers. Ideal as a dip, topping, or marinade, this fresh salsa delivers bold flavors and customizable spice, using simple whole ingredients to brighten your meals with a tangy, spicy kick.
- Author: Kathy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
- 1–2 fresh habanero peppers, seeded and finely chopped (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- Prepare the Mango and Peppers: Peel and dice the ripe mangoes into small, even pieces for a balanced texture. Carefully remove seeds from the habanero peppers, then finely chop to control the chili heat throughout the salsa.
- Chop the Aromatics: Finely dice the red onion and mince fresh cilantro. If using garlic, mince it thoroughly to ensure it blends smoothly with the other flavors.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine diced mango, habanero, onion, cilantro, and garlic. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and add a pinch of salt. Stir well to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste your Mango Habanero Salsa and adjust the salt or lime juice to balance the sweetness and heat. For more kick, add extra chopped habanero bit by bit.
- Chill and Serve: Allow the salsa to chill for at least 10 minutes to meld the flavors. Serve fresh to enjoy the best texture and vibrant taste.
Notes
- Choose ripe mangoes for natural sweetness and to avoid adding sugar.
- Use gloves when handling habanero peppers to prevent skin irritation.
- Adjust the heat level gradually by adding habanero peppers bit by bit.
- Let the salsa rest in the refrigerator to allow flavors to blend well.
- Always use fresh lime juice over bottled for best flavor brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mango salsa, spicy salsa, habanero salsa, quick salsa, mango habanero, fresh salsa, gluten free, vegan appetizer