Black Pepper Free Mango Salsa
Sweet, tangy, and impossibly fresh, this mango salsa is the kind of thing you'll want to put on absolutely everything. Ripe mango brings natural sweetness that pairs beautifully with crisp cucumber, sharp red onion, and a bright hit of lime juice. Grated fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth and complexity that makes the whole bowl feel lively without relying on any peppercorn heat. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to black pepper, store-bought salsas and restaurant versions can be a minefield — this one keeps things clean and completely safe without sacrificing a single bit of flavor. A handful of fresh cilantro and optional mint round out the herbaceous notes, making every bite feel vibrant and aromatic. A short rest before serving lets the lime juice and ginger meld together, so the flavors deepen even in just ten minutes. Serve it alongside grilled fish, spoon it over tacos, or just go in with chips — no adjustments needed.
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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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