Mango Habanero Salsa (Print)

Juicy mango and habanero with red onion, bell pepper and lime—bright, zesty topping for chips, tacos or grilled meats.

# Ingredients:

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01 - 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced (about 2 cups)
02 - 1 small red onion, finely diced (about 1/2 cup)
03 - 1-2 habanero peppers, seeded and finely minced (adjust to taste)
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
06 - 1 lime, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
07 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Instructions:

01 - Peel, pit, and dice the mangoes into roughly 1/2-inch pieces. Finely dice the red onion and red bell pepper. Seed and mince the habanero(s) and mince the garlic. Chop the cilantro and set all components into a medium mixing bowl.
02 - Add the diced mango, red onion, red bell pepper, minced habanero, garlic, and chopped cilantro to the bowl.
03 - Pour the lime juice over the mixture, sprinkle in the salt and black pepper, then gently toss with a spoon or spatula until evenly combined.
04 - Taste and adjust acidity, salt, or heat—add more lime juice for brightness, additional salt for seasoning, or more minced habanero for heat.
05 - Let the mixture rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld; stir once before serving.
06 - Serve immediately with chips or as an accompaniment to grilled proteins, or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • The juicy bursts of mango play perfectly against habanero's fire — it’s a flavor combo people remember.
  • This salsa turns even the simplest taco night into an event with almost zero effort.
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  • Chopping habanero without gloves left my hands tingling for hours — learn from my pain!
  • Letting the salsa sit before serving deepens both the sweetness of mango and the kick of the peppers.
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  • If the salsa seems watery, drain excess juice before serving — it keeps everything crisp.
  • A pinch of sugar can help balance tart lime or overly spicy peppers without making it taste sweet.
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