Nutmeg Free Mango Habanero Salsa
Sweet, fruity, and genuinely fiery, this mango habanero salsa is the kind of condiment that turns a simple meal into something memorable. Juicy diced mango meets the sharp heat of habanero, balanced by crisp red bell pepper, red onion, and a generous squeeze of fresh lime juice. The cilantro and optional cumin round everything out, giving the salsa a bright, layered flavor that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward — no spice blends, no pre-made mixes, nothing hiding in the background — so you know exactly what you're eating. A short rest at room temperature lets the flavors bloom and come together before you even take the first bite. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, pile it onto tacos, or just go in with a chip — it holds up beautifully for up to three days in the fridge, though it rarely lasts that long.
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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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