Cinnamon Free Mango Habanero Salsa
Sweet, fruity, and absolutely fiery, this mango habanero salsa is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches more exciting. The combination of ripe mango and habanero pepper creates a push-and-pull of tropical sweetness and serious heat that is genuinely hard to stop eating. Red bell pepper and red onion add crunch and a little sharpness, while fresh lime juice and cilantro keep everything bright and vibrant. Removing the seeds and ribs from the habanero before mincing it finely helps distribute the heat evenly, so you get a consistent kick in every bite rather than an unexpected scorcher. A short rest at room temperature before serving lets all those flavors meld together into something that tastes way more complex than the ingredient list suggests. It comes together in one bowl with no cooking required, and the whole thing keeps in the fridge for up to three days — though it rarely lasts that long. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, pile it onto tacos, or just go in with chips and no regrets.
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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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