Rice Free Mango Habanero Salsa
Sweet, fiery, and impossibly fresh, this mango habanero salsa is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste better. Juicy diced mango brings a tropical sweetness that plays beautifully against the slow, rolling heat of the habanero — and yes, that heat is real, so start with one pepper if you're not a full-on spice lover. Red bell pepper adds crunch and color, while lime juice and cilantro keep the whole thing bright and vibrant. A short rest at room temperature is all it needs to let the flavors meld into something that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. Naturally grain-free and built entirely from whole fruits, vegetables, and fresh aromatics, there's nothing here to second-guess — just clean, bold flavor from start to finish. It's equally at home spooned over grilled fish, tucked into tacos, or honestly just eaten with a chip straight from the bowl.
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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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