Mustard Free Mango Habanero Salsa
Sweet, fiery, and impossibly fresh, this mango habanero salsa is the kind of condiment that turns an ordinary meal into something memorable. The combination of juicy ripe mango, crunchy red bell pepper, and sharp red onion creates a texture that's as satisfying as the flavor. Habanero brings serious heat, but removing the seeds and ribs keeps it bold without being overwhelming — and starting with just one pepper lets you dial in exactly how much fire you want. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a handful of cilantro tie everything together with bright, citrusy lift. Salsas from a jar often sneak in unexpected additives, but every ingredient here is clean, simple, and easy to verify at a glance. A short rest at room temperature before serving is all it takes for the flavors to bloom and meld into something that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, pile it onto tacos, or just go straight in with chips — it disappears fast either way.
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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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