BHA & BHT Free Mango Salsa
Fresh, vibrant, and bursting with tropical flavor, this mango salsa is the kind of recipe that makes you want to grab a chip and hover over the bowl before it even hits the table. Ripe mango brings natural sweetness, while lime juice, fresh ginger, and red onion layer in brightness and a little bite that keeps every spoonful interesting. The cucumber adds a cool crunch that balances the whole thing beautifully. For anyone navigating preservative-free eating, store-bought salsas and condiments can be a minefield — BHA and BHT show up in all kinds of packaged products as shelf-life extenders. This recipe sidesteps all of that entirely, built from whole fruits, vegetables, and fresh herbs with nothing processed in sight. Every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is, straight from the produce aisle. A short rest at room temperature before serving lets the flavors meld and the lime juice work its magic, so don't skip that step. The optional fresh mint is a lovely touch if you have it on hand, adding a subtle coolness that makes the salsa feel almost refreshing. Spoon it over grilled fish, pile it onto tacos, or just eat it straight — there's really no wrong move here.
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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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