Low Sugar Mango Salsa
Ripe mango brings so much natural sweetness to this bright, fresh salsa that there is absolutely no need to reach for any sweetener — the fruit does all the heavy lifting on its own. Crisp cucumber adds a cool crunch, while red onion, fresh cilantro, and a hit of grated ginger give it that layered, lively flavor that keeps you coming back for another scoop. A generous squeeze of lime juice ties everything together with just the right amount of tang. Store-bought salsas and fruit-based condiments are notorious for sneaking in cane sugar or sweetened juice concentrates, so making this at home means you know exactly what's in the bowl. The optional fresh mint is a small touch that somehow makes the whole thing feel even more vibrant and summery. A quick ten-minute rest before serving lets the flavors meld beautifully, so don't skip that step. Spoon it over grilled fish, pile it onto tacos, or just dig in with tortilla chips — it works every single time.
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6 servings
- 2 large ripe mangoes, peeled and diced into ¼-inch pieces
- ½ medium english cucumber, diced into ¼-inch pieces
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced mango, cucumber, and red onion in a medium mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the cilantro, lime juice, grated ginger, and sea salt. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
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