Almond Free Mango Habanero Salsa
Sweet, fruity, and absolutely volcanic, this mango habanero salsa is the kind of condiment that turns a simple meal into something memorable. Juicy diced mango meets finely minced habanero in a combination that hits every note — tropical sweetness, sharp lime, a little crunch from red onion and bell pepper, and a slow-building heat that keeps you coming back for one more chip. The recipe smartly calls for removing the seeds and ribs from the habanero, which lets you dial in the fire level without losing any of that distinctive fruity pepper flavor. A short rest at room temperature after mixing gives the lime juice, cilantro, and cumin time to meld together into something that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. It comes together entirely from fresh produce and pantry staples, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in it — no mystery additives, no shared-facility concerns, just clean, vibrant ingredients. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, pile it onto tacos, or just serve it straight from the bowl with tortilla chips and watch it disappear.
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6 servings
- 2 ripe mangoes (about 2 cups diced), peeled and diced into ¼-inch pieces
- 1–2 habanero peppers, seeds and ribs removed, finely minced
- ½ small red onion, finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground cumin (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Wearing gloves or washing your hands immediately after, mince the habanero pepper as finely as possible — the smaller the pieces, the more evenly the heat distributes through the salsa. Start with 1 pepper if you prefer moderate heat, or use 2 for a fiery result.
- 2
Combine the diced mango, minced habanero, red onion, and red bell pepper in a mixing bowl.
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