Paleo Mango Habanero Salsa
Sweet, fruity, and absolutely volcanic, this mango habanero salsa is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste more alive. The combination of ripe mango and finely minced habanero 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 tie the whole thing together with bright, clean flavor. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there is nothing to second-guess — no sneaky additives, no grain-based thickeners, just real food doing exactly what it should. A short rest at room temperature before serving lets the flavors bloom and meld, which makes a noticeable difference in the final result. Make it as mild or as face-meltingly hot as you like by adjusting the number of habaneros, and keep a batch in the fridge for up to three days to spoon over grilled proteins, eggs, or anything else that needs a little fire.
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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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